What image format should I use for my favicon?

PNG is the best source format for favicons because it supports transparency and offers excellent quality. SVG is also excellent if you have vector graphics, as it scales perfectly to any size.

How do I add a favicon to my website?

Upload your favicon.ico file to your website's root directory. Then add this code in your HTML head section: .

What's the difference between favicon and ICO?

ICO is a file format, while favicon is the term for the website icon. The ICO format can contain multiple image sizes in one file, which is why it's preferred for favicons.

Favicon Converters - Convert Images to Favicon Format

Q: Can I convert a JPG photo to favicon?

Yes! Keep in mind that JPG doesn't support transparency, so your favicon will have a solid background. For transparent favicons, convert your image to PNG first.

Q: Are my uploaded files secure?

Yes. All uploaded files are processed securely and automatically deleted from our servers within 1 hour. We never store, share, or analyze your images.

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Favicon Generator Popular

Create professional favicons from any image. Supports multiple output sizes including 16x16, 32x32, 48x48, and 64x64.

PNG to Favicon Popular

Convert PNG images to favicon format. Preserves transparency for professional results.

JPG to Favicon Popular

Convert JPEG photos to favicon format. Perfect for photo-based website icons.

SVG to Favicon

Convert vector SVG graphics to favicon format. Sharp icons at any size from scalable source.

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Convert GIF images to favicon format. Creates static favicon from the first frame of animated GIFs.

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Convert modern WebP images to favicon format. Supports both lossy and lossless WebP files.

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Convert iPhone HEIC photos directly to favicon format. Perfect for iOS screenshots and photos.

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Convert bitmap images to favicon format. Legacy format support for older graphics.

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Convert next-gen AVIF images to favicon format. Support for the latest image compression format.

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Convert high-quality TIFF images to favicon format. Professional print images to web icons.

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What is a Favicon?

A favicon (short for "favorite icon") is the small icon displayed in browser tabs, bookmarks, history, and address bars. It helps users quickly identify your website among many open tabs. The standard favicon format is ICO, which can contain multiple sizes in a single file. Modern websites also use PNG favicons and SVG favicons for better quality on high-resolution displays.

Multiple Sizes

16x16, 32x32, 48x48, 64x64 included

Any Source Format

Convert from PNG, JPG, SVG, WebP, GIF

Transparency Support

Preserve alpha channels from source

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How to Convert Images to Favicon

Choose the converter that matches your source image format (PNG, JPG, SVG, etc.)
Upload your image using drag & drop or the file browser
Select the favicon sizes you need (16x16, 32x32, 48x48, 64x64)
Click Convert and download your favicon.ico file
Upload favicon.ico to your website root directory and add the HTML link tag

Pro Tip: For best results, use a square image with simple, recognizable design. Complex logos may lose detail at small sizes. Use our Favicon Checker to verify your implementation.

Frequently Asked Questions

PNG is the best source format for favicons because it supports transparency and offers excellent quality. Use our PNG to Favicon converter for optimal results. SVG is also excellent if you have vector graphics, as it scales perfectly to any size.

At minimum, include 16x16 (browser tabs) and 32x32 (taskbar/bookmarks). For complete coverage, also add 48x48 and 64x64. Our converters automatically generate multiple sizes in a single ICO file. For Apple devices, you'll also want 180x180 - see our Favicon for Apple tool.

Yes! Use our JPG to Favicon converter. Keep in mind that JPG doesn't support transparency, so your favicon will have a solid background. For transparent favicons, convert your image to PNG first using our JPG to PNG converter.

Upload your favicon.ico file to your website's root directory (where index.html is located). Then add this code in your HTML <head> section: <link rel="icon" href="/favicon.ico" type="image/x-icon">. Use our Favicon Checker to verify it's working correctly.

ICO is a file format, while favicon is the term for the website icon. The ICO format is specifically designed for icons and can contain multiple image sizes in one file. This is why it's the preferred format for favicons - browsers can pick the appropriate size. You can also create favicons in PNG format using our main PNG to ICO converter.

Yes, absolutely. All uploaded files are processed securely and automatically deleted from our servers within 1 hour. We never store, share, or analyze your images. Your privacy is protected.