Favicon Generator
Upload an image and instantly generate a favicon.ico and PNG versions for your website — all in your browser.
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How to Create Your Favicon
Upload an Image
Drag and drop your logo or image into the upload area. A square image works best for optimal results.
Wait for Generation
The tool will automatically process your image and generate a standard `favicon.ico` file and various PNG sizes.
Download Your Files
Click the "Download" button for each favicon you need. Upload the `favicon.ico` file to your website's root directory.
Why Use Our Favicon Generator?
100% Private and Secure
Your images are never sent to our servers. All generation happens locally in your browser, ensuring your brand assets remain private.
Instant Generation
No waiting for uploads or processing queues. Get your complete set of favicons, including a multi-size `.ico` file, in seconds.
All Standard Sizes
We provide all the essential favicon sizes (16x16, 32x32, 48x48, etc.) needed for modern browsers and platforms, all packed into one `.ico` file.
Simple and Free
This tool is completely free, with a clean, intuitive interface that makes creating professional favicons effortless for everyone.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a favicon?
A favicon (short for "favorite icon") is a small icon that represents a website. It typically appears in the browser tab, in bookmarks, and next to the site's name in a user's address bar. It's a key part of a website's branding.
What is a `.ico` file?
A `.ico` file is a special image file format that can contain multiple images at different sizes and color depths. This allows the browser to select the best-sized icon to display in different contexts (e.g., a 16x16 icon for the tab, a 32x32 icon for the taskbar).
Where do I upload the generated favicon?
You should upload the `favicon.ico` file to the root directory of your website (e.g., `https://yourwebsite.com/favicon.ico`). Most browsers will automatically detect it there. You can also link to it explicitly in your HTML's `
` section.Why does my image need to be square?
Favicons are always displayed as squares. While you can upload a non-square image, it will be stretched or squashed to fit a square canvas, which can distort its appearance. Using a square source image ensures the best-looking result.
Pro Tips for This Free Favicon Generator
Getting the most out of our free favicon generator is easy when you follow a few best practices. Start with a square source image of at least 512×512 pixels — high-resolution artwork downsamples far more cleanly than small images upscale. Keep your design simple: bold shapes and limited colors stay recognizable at 16×16 pixels, while fine text and intricate details turn to mush.
After downloading your files from this free favicon generator, upload the favicon.ico to your website’s root directory and reference the PNG versions in your HTML head for Apple and Android devices. Most browsers pick up /favicon.ico automatically, but an explicit <link rel="icon"> tag guarantees it. If your source photo is very large, run it through our free image compressor first to keep the whole workflow fast and private.
Why does the free favicon generator create so many sizes?
Different platforms request different icon sizes. Desktop browsers use 16×16 and 32×32, Windows taskbar shortcuts prefer 48×48, and Android home screens want 192×192. Our free favicon generator bundles 16, 32, 48, and 64-pixel images inside a single ICO file and also hands you standalone PNGs up to 192×192, so every device gets a crisp icon. You can read the full history of the format on Wikipedia’s favicon page.
Can I use the generated favicons on client or commercial websites?
Yes. Anything you create with our free favicon generator from artwork you own is yours to use on personal blogs, business sites, or client projects — no attribution required. When you are done here, explore our complete collection of free tools for more workflow shortcuts.