Favicon Checker
Verify if your website has all the necessary favicons for optimal display on browsers, Android, iOS, and Windows.
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Why Favicons Matter More Than You Think
A favicon (short for "favorite icon") is the first thing users see in their tabs, bookmarks, and mobile home screens. A missing or blurry icon signals an unfinished product. Our checker ensures you look professional on every device.
Brand Recognition
Stand out in a sea of open tabs.
Mobile Ready
Look like a native app on iOS & Android.
The Modern Favicon Ecosystem
Standard
Browsers
Apple Touch
iOS
Android
PWA
Windows
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What is a Favicon Checker?
A Favicon Checker is a diagnostic tool that scans your website to identify missing, low-resolution, or incorrectly linked icons across all major platforms (Desktop, iOS, Android, Windows).
Why Use This Tool?
Complete Icon Audit
We check every possible favicon implementation so you never miss a user touchpoint.
Visual Preview
See exactly how your icon looks on Google Search, iOS, and Browser Tabs.
HTML Generator
Get the exact copy-paste code snippets for your `<head>` tag.
Format Validator
Checks if you are incorrectly using PNGs where ICOs are required (or vice versa).
Manifest Check
Validates your `site.webmanifest` for Android Chrome and PWA compatibility.
Theme Color
Detects `theme-color` meta tags that customize the browser toolbar color.
404 Detection
Identifying broken links to icon files that clutter your server logs.
Who Needs This Tool?
Designers
Verify icon integrity.
Developers
Generate the code.
Agencies
Audit client sites.
SaaS
Look polished.
How to Add Favicon to Your Website
Once you have generated your assets, follow these standard implementation steps to ensure compatibility across all devices.
Desktop Browsers
Use a 32x32 `.ico` file for maximum compatibility, or a `.png` for modern browsers.
<link rel="icon" href="/favicon.ico" sizes="any" />
<link rel="icon" href="/icon.svg" type="image/svg+xml" />iOS (iPhone/iPad)
Apple devices look for `apple-touch-icon`. Recommended size is 180x180 png.
<link rel="apple-touch-icon" href="/apple-touch-icon.png" />Android Chrome
Android uses icons from `manifest.json`. Recommended 192x192 and 512x512.
<link rel="manifest" href="/site.webmanifest" />How Our Favicon Checker Works?
Enter URL
Paste your website URL into the checker. We scan for all standard favicon locations and code definitions.
Scan & Analyze
We verify the presence, dimensions, and format of icons for Desktop, iOS, Android, and Windows platforms.
Get Code
Review your score and copy the generated, validated HTML code snippets directly to your site.
Why Use Our Favicon Checker?
Instant Validation
Immediately see which icons are missing or improperly formatted across all devices.
Cross-Platform Ready
Ensure your brand looks professional on iPhones, Androids, Macs, and Windows PCs.
Code Generation
Get the exact HTML meta tags you need to copy and paste into your head section.
Key Favicon Elements
ICO Format
The legacy standard (32x32) required for IE and many desktop browser tabs.
Apple Touch Icon
A high-res PNG (180x180) used when users add your site to their iOS home screen.
Web App Manifest
JSON file defining icons (192x192, 512x512) for Android and PWA installability.
SVG Icon
Modern, scalable vector format that supports dark/light mode switching.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I really need an .ico file?
Strictly speaking, modern browsers support PNG and SVG. However, `.ico` remains the standard fallback for very old browsers and some tools, so it's good practice to keep it.
What happens if I don't have an Apple Touch Icon?
When a user adds your site to their home screen on iOS, the device will take a screenshot of the page. This usually looks cluttered compared to a custom logo.
What is a mask-icon?
This is a specific SVG icon used by Safari on macOS for pinned tabs. It should be a single color and often requires a specific meta tag.
Can I use SVG for favicons?
Yes! SVG favicons are supported by most modern browsers. They scale perfectly and can even support dark mode styling via CSS within the SVG itself.
Where should I place favicon files?
Ideally in the root directory (`/favicon.ico`). If placed elsewhere, you MUST declare them explicitly in the HTML `<head>`.
Why is my favicon not showing in Google?
Google takes time to re-crawl your site. Ensure your favicon is stable, accessible, and correctly linked in your header, then request re-indexing.
What size should my favicon be?
We recommend generating multiple sizes: 16x16 & 32x32 for browsers, 180x180 for iOS devices, and 192x192/512x512 for Android/PWA use.
Do I need a web app manifest?
Yes, especially for Android users. The `site.webmanifest` file tells the browser how your site should behave when installed on a home screen.