Text to Favicon Generator

Transform any text, letter, or word into a professional favicon. Perfect for personal brands, initials, or custom text logos with full customization options.

Custom Text InputMultiple Font OptionsColor CustomizationReal-time PreviewFree DownloadMultiple Sizes

Upload & Settings

Upload your image and customize favicon settings for the perfect result.

Single letters or short text work best for favicons

Customize Settings

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Live Preview

See how your favicon will look across different platforms and devices in real-time.

Browser Tab Preview

Light Mode
https://yoursite.com
Website Title - Your Awesome Website
Dark Mode
https://yoursite.com
Website Title - Your Awesome Website

Bookmark Menu

Other Bookmark 1
Website Title - Your Awesome Website
Other Bookmark 3

Mobile Previews

iOS Home ScreenSquare files
9:41
100%
MyWebSite
Android Play StoreExact shape

MyWebSite

4.8
(2.5K)

Download Your Favicons

Click the generate button above to create your favicon files

Generated Files

favicon.ico

16x16, 32x32, 48x48

favicon-16x16.png

16x16 PNG

favicon-32x32.png

32x32 PNG

apple-touch-icon.png

180x180 PNG

android-chrome-192x192.png

192x192 PNG

android-chrome-512x512.png

512x512 PNG

How to Use

1. Upload Files

Upload all favicon files to your website's root directory (where index.html is located).

2. Add HTML Code

Add these lines to your HTML <head> section:

<!-- Standard favicon -->
<link rel="icon" type="image/x-icon" href="/favicon.ico">
<link rel="icon" type="image/png" sizes="32x32" href="/favicon-32x32.png">
<link rel="icon" type="image/png" sizes="16x16" href="/favicon-16x16.png">
<!-- Apple Touch Icon -->
<link rel="apple-touch-icon" sizes="180x180" href="/apple-touch-icon.png">
<!-- Android Chrome Icons -->
<link rel="icon" type="image/png" sizes="192x192" href="/android-chrome-192x192.png">
<link rel="icon" type="image/png" sizes="512x512" href="/android-chrome-512x512.png">
<!-- Web App Manifest -->
<link rel="manifest" href="/site.webmanifest">

3. Test Your Favicon

Clear your browser cache and refresh your website to see the new favicon in action!

How to Use Your Favicon

Complete guide to implementing and optimizing your favicon

HTML Implementation

Basic Implementation

<link rel="icon" href="/favicon.ico">

Complete Implementation

<link rel="icon" type="image/x-icon" href="/favicon.ico">
<link rel="icon" type="image/png" sizes="32x32" href="/favicon-32x32.png">
<link rel="apple-touch-icon" sizes="180x180" href="/apple-touch-icon.png">
<link rel="manifest" href="/site.webmanifest">

Framework Specific

React: Place in public/ folder

Next.js: Use next/head component

Vue: Add to public/ directory

WordPress: Upload to theme folder

File Sizes & Usage

Standard Sizes

16x16 pxBrowser tabs
32x32 pxTaskbar, shortcuts
48x48 pxDesktop icons
180x180 pxApple touch icon
192x192 pxAndroid chrome
512x512 pxPWA splash screen

File Size Guidelines

β€’ ICO files: < 50KB recommended

β€’ PNG files: < 20KB each

β€’ Total package: < 100KB

β€’ Optimize for fast loading

Best Practices & Tips

Design Tips

β€’ Use simple, recognizable designs

β€’ Ensure visibility at small sizes

β€’ Use high contrast colors

β€’ Avoid fine details or text

β€’ Test on different backgrounds

Technical Tips

β€’ Place in website root directory

β€’ Use consistent naming convention

β€’ Include all required sizes

β€’ Test across different devices

β€’ Update browser cache after changes

SEO Benefits

β€’ Improves brand recognition

β€’ Increases click-through rates

β€’ Enhances user experience

β€’ Builds trust and credibility

About Favicon

Everything you need to know about favicons and their importance

What is a Favicon?

A favicon (short for "favorite icon") is a small, iconic image that represents your website. It appears in browser tabs, bookmarks, history, and various other places where your site is referenced.

Key Characteristics

β€’ Typically 16x16 to 512x512 pixels

β€’ Usually square in shape

β€’ Simple, recognizable design

β€’ Represents your brand identity

β€’ Works at very small sizes

Where You'll See It

β€’ Browser tabs and address bar

β€’ Bookmark lists and folders

β€’ Browser history

β€’ Desktop shortcuts

β€’ Mobile home screen icons

Why Favicons are Important?

Brand Recognition

Favicons help users quickly identify your website among multiple open tabs, building brand recognition and making your site more memorable.

User Experience

β€’ Easier navigation between tabs

β€’ Professional appearance

β€’ Improved bookmark organization

β€’ Better mobile experience

SEO & Marketing

β€’ Increases click-through rates

β€’ Builds trust and credibility

β€’ Enhances brand consistency

β€’ Improves user engagement

Technical Benefits

β€’ Reduces 404 errors for /favicon.ico

β€’ Supports PWA requirements

β€’ Enables app-like experience

Common Formats & Sizes

File Formats

ICOLegacy support
PNGModern standard
SVGScalable

Essential Sizes

favicon.icoMulti-size

Contains 16Γ—16, 32Γ—32, 48Γ—48

apple-touch-icon.png180Γ—180

iOS Safari, home screen

android-chrome.png192Γ—192, 512Γ—512

Android Chrome, PWA

Browser Support

β€’ All modern browsers support PNG

β€’ ICO for legacy IE support

β€’ SVG for future-proofing

β€’ WebP for advanced optimization