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| description | Use when reviewing templates, rendered HTML, or shared components related to Implement favicons for all devices. Validate the final browser-facing markup, not just the source framework abstraction. |
| metadata | {"category":"html","priority":"medium","difficulty":"intermediate","estimatedTime":"20","source":"frontendchecklist.io","url":"https://frontendchecklist.io/en/rules/html/favicons"} |
Implement favicons for all devices
Missing or low-quality favicons make sites look unprofessional in browser tabs, bookmarks, and home screens—damaging brand recognition and user trust.
Quick Reference
- Minimum: favicon.ico (32x32) + apple-touch-icon.png (180x180)
- Modern: SVG favicon with dark mode support
- PWA: Include in manifest.json with multiple sizes
- Use RealFaviconGenerator or favicons npm package
Check
Verify that all necessary favicon formats and sizes are implemented correctly for optimal display across different browsers, devices, and platforms.
Fix
Generate and implement a complete favicon set including ICO, PNG, SVG, and mobile/PWA icons with proper HTML declarations.
Explain
Explain how proper favicon implementation improves brand recognition, user experience, and ensures consistent display across all browsers and devices.
Code Review
Review templates, server-rendered HTML, and shared components that output markup related to Implement favicons for all devices. Flag exact elements, attributes, and routes where the rendered HTML violates the rule.
For full implementation details, code examples, and framework-specific guidance,
see references/rule.md.
Rule page: https://frontendchecklist.io/en/rules/html/favicons
