favicon
4 synonyms for favicon, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The very small image a website supplies to represent itself, shown in the browser tab, next to the address, and beside the site in a list of bookmarks.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
site icon
tab icon
shortcut icon
bookmark icon
How to use favicon
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
upload a favicon
favicon file
default favicon
missing favicon
Standard among web developers and designers; a general audience is more likely to understand tab icon.
Etymology
A blend of favourites (in the US spelling favorites) and icon, from the small image originally shown beside a saved bookmark.
Full origin of favicon →Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a favicon and a logo?
A logo is a brand's full mark, designed to be legible at large sizes. A favicon is a tiny image, often just an initial or a single symbol taken from the logo, because fine detail disappears at a few pixels across.
Why does my favicon not update?
Browsers store favicons for a long time, so an old one often keeps appearing after the file has been replaced. It usually resolves once the stored copy is cleared or expires.
What size should a favicon be?
Sites commonly supply several sizes in one file or as separate images, because browsers, phone home screens and bookmark lists each display it differently. There is no single required size.
