What is the best image format for a favicon?

PNG is recommended for modern browsers due to transparency support. The traditional ICO format is still useful for legacy browser compatibility. Our tool generates both formats.

How do I add the favicon to my website?

Download the favicon package, place the files in your website's root directory, and paste the generated HTML link tags into your page's section.

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Free Favicon Generator - Create Website Icons

Generate favicons from any image with our free favicon generator. All sizes included (16x16, 32x32, 180x180).

Favicon Generator

Create favicons from any image

Upload an image

PNG, JPG, or SVG recommended

Square images work best

What Is a Favicon?

A favicon (short for "favorites icon") is a small icon associated with a website that appears in browser tabs, bookmarks, and history. Favicons are typically 16x16 or 32x32 pixels and help users identify your website among many open tabs. A well-designed favicon reinforces brand recognition and provides a professional touch to your web presence. Modern websites also need Apple touch icons, Android icons, and various sizes for different devices and contexts.

How to Use This Free Favicon Generator

1
Upload your logo or image (PNG, JPG, or SVG recommended).
2
Preview how your favicon looks in different sizes and contexts.
3
Select the output sizes you need (16x16, 32x32, 180x180, etc.).
4
Download the favicon package with all required sizes.
5
Add the generated files to your website's root directory.

Key Features

Generate all favicon sizes from a single image
Preview in browser tab, bookmark bar, and mobile home screen
Outputs ICO, PNG, and Apple Touch Icon formats
Generates the HTML code to paste in your website's <head>
Supports transparent backgrounds for PNG favicons
Works entirely in your browser — no upload to servers

Why Use FreeDevKit?

One upload generates every favicon size you need
Includes ready-to-paste HTML meta tags
Free alternative to RealFaviconGenerator and Favicon.io
Ensures your website looks professional across all devices

Frequently Asked Questions

At minimum, you need 16x16 and 32x32 pixels for browsers. For full device support, include 180x180 (Apple Touch Icon), 192x192 and 512x512 (Android/PWA). Our generator creates all of these automatically.