Favicon Generator

Create favicons in multiple sizes from any image. Upload an image and generate 16x16, 32x32, 192x192, and 512x512 favicons. Download as ICO or PNG. No signup required.

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Supports PNG, JPG, GIF, SVG

Upload an image to see preview

Download Sizes

16×16
Browser tab
32×32
Bookmarks
192×192
Home screen
512×512
High-DPI
How to Use

Upload an image — Click the upload area or drag and drop a PNG, JPG, GIF, or SVG image.

Preview favicons — The tool automatically generates previews at all standard favicon sizes (16×16, 32×32, 192×192, 512×512).

Download — Click a size card to select it, then download as PNG. Or download all sizes bundled as ICO.

How It Works

The tool loads your image onto a hidden canvas element, then uses canvas drawImage() to resize it to each favicon dimension. The browser's built-in resampling ensures good quality at every size. All processing happens locally — nothing is uploaded to a server.

How to Use the Favicon Generator

Start by uploading an image — click the upload area or drag and drop a PNG, JPG, GIF, or SVG file onto it. The tool automatically generates previews at all standard favicon sizes: 16x16 for browser tabs, 32x32 for bookmarks, 192x192 for mobile home screens, and 512x512 for high-DPI displays. Click any size card to select it and see a larger preview in the preview area. Choose "Download PNG" to save a single-size favicon as a PNG file, or "Download ICO" to bundle the selected size as an ICO file for maximum browser compatibility. All image processing happens entirely in your browser with no upload to any server.

Common Use Cases for a Favicon Generator

Launching a new website or blog: Create a complete set of favicons from your logo or brand mark to ensure your site looks polished and professional across all browsers and devices from day one.

Rebranding an existing site: Generate a fresh favicon set when updating your brand identity, ensuring all bookmarks, tabs, and home screen shortcuts reflect your new branding across the web.

Progressive Web App (PWA) development: Generate the 192x192 and 512x512 icons required for PWA manifest files, enabling users to install your web app on their mobile device home screens with a proper icon.

Client projects and freelance work: Quickly produce complete favicon asset packages for client websites without needing dedicated design software, using just the client logo file as a source image.

Tips for Creating Better Favicons

Start with a square image that has a simple, recognizable design — complex details become invisible at 16x16 pixels and will not render clearly. Transparent PNG source images work best because they preserve transparency in the generated favicons. For the best results across all sizes, use a high-resolution source image of at least 512x512 pixels so the downscaled versions remain crisp and clear. The ICO format is recommended for maximum browser compatibility since older browsers may not recognize PNG favicons. Always test your favicon by bookmarking your site and checking the browser tab icon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What image formats are supported?

You can upload PNG, JPG, GIF, and SVG images. Transparent PNGs are fully supported and will preserve transparency in the generated favicons.

What's the difference between ICO and PNG?

ICO files can contain multiple sizes in one file and are the traditional favicon format for browsers. PNG files are single-size and more versatile for modern uses. ICO is recommended for browser compatibility.

Why do I need multiple favicon sizes?

16×16 and 32×32 for browser tabs and bookmarks, 192×192 for home screens, 512×512 for high-DPI displays. Multiple sizes ensure crisp appearance across all devices.

Is my data safe?

Absolutely. All image processing happens entirely in your browser. Your images are never uploaded to any server.

How do I add the favicon to my website HTML?

Place the favicon.ico file in your website root directory, or link to it using a link tag in your HTML head section. For broad compatibility, include multiple sizes using separate link tags and also place a favicon.ico in the root folder as a fallback for older browsers that do not support PNG favicons.

Why does my favicon not show up in search results?

Search engines like Google may take time to discover and display your favicon after you add it to your site. Ensure your favicon is publicly accessible, at least 48x48 pixels, and linked correctly in your HTML head. Submitting your site through Google Search Console can help speed up the discovery process.

Do I need to create an account to use this tool?

No. All our tools are free to use and work directly in your browser without registration or sign-in. Just open the page and start using the tool.

Does this tool work on mobile devices?

Yes. The tool is fully responsive and works on any modern browser on iPhone, iPad, Android phones and tablets. The interface adapts to your screen size automatically.

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