How does Google Chrome load favicons?

Google Chrome discovers favicons via link tags in the document head and default requests to /favicon.ico. This page lists supported formats and preferred sizes.

Does Google Chrome support SVG favicons?

Support varies by version and platform. Always provide PNG and ICO fallbacks even when shipping SVG.

Why is my favicon not updating in Google Chrome?

Browsers cache favicons aggressively. Hard-refresh, clear cache, or rename the file when testing changes in Google Chrome.

Favicon for Google Chrome

Google Chrome discovers favicons through link tags in the document head and automatic requests to /favicon.

Engine

blink

Preferred size

32×32

Formats

ICO, PNG, SVG, WEBP

Supported formats

ICO favicon support
PNG favicon support
SVG favicon support
WEBP favicon support
Preferred tab size: 32×32
Blink rendering engine

Browser-specific quirks

Pinned tabs may cache favicons aggressively—append cache-busting query strings during QA.
Chrome DevTools Application panel lists every declared icon and manifest entry.
Dark mode tabs do not invert favicons automatically; design for both themes.
Extensions can override favicon rendering in certain internal pages.
Android Chrome uses manifest icons instead of favicon.ico for Add to Home Screen.

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All devices

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Frequently asked questions

1How does Google Chrome load favicons?: Google Chrome discovers favicons via link tags in the document head and default requests to /favicon.ico. This page lists supported formats and preferred sizes.
2Does Google Chrome support SVG favicons?: Support varies by version and platform. Always provide PNG and ICO fallbacks even when shipping SVG.
3Why is my favicon not updating in Google Chrome?: Browsers cache favicons aggressively. Hard-refresh, clear cache, or rename the file when testing changes in Google Chrome.