Fast favicon api with shape & size customization_

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Configure

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Preview
Favicon preview
64 × 64
API URL /api/favicon?url=github.com&size=64&shape=rounded&p=15&bg=ffffff
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Examples

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API Reference

GET /api/favicon
Parameter Required Description
url Yes Website domain (e.g., github.com)
size No Icon size in pixels (16-256, default: 64)
shape No square | rounded | circle
bg No Background hex color (e.g., ff0000)
padding No Inner padding in % (0-50, default: 0)
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What is a Favicon?

A favicon (short for "favorite icon") is the small icon displayed in browser tabs, bookmarks, and address bars next to a website's name. These tiny images help users quickly identify and navigate between open tabs, making them essential for brand recognition and user experience.

Why Use a Favicon API?

Fetching favicons directly from websites can be challenging due to varying file locations, formats (ICO, PNG, SVG), and sizes. A favicon API solves these problems by:

  • Automatically finding the best favicon source for any domain
  • Converting icons to consistent formats and sizes
  • Providing reliable caching for fast delivery
  • Offering customization options like shapes and backgrounds

Common Use Cases

Developers use favicon APIs for bookmark managers, link preview tools, browser extensions, dashboards, and any application that displays lists of websites. Instead of complex scraping logic, a simple API call returns a ready-to-use icon.

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