Editing How to Add Favicon.Ico to Your Website



Adding a favicon.ico to your website is a simple process that can enhance the branding of your site and make it easier for visitors to recognize and bookmark it. Here are the steps to add a favicon.ico to your website:

1. Create a 16x16 pixel image file: The favicon.ico file should be a square image with dimensions of 16 pixels by 16 pixels. You can use any image editing software such as Photoshop or GIMP to create this image.

2. Save the file as favicon.ico: Save the image file with the name "favicon.ico" and save it in the root directory of your website.

3. Add the following code to your website's HTML code: Insert the following code within the head section of your HTML code, replacing "favicon.ico" with the full URL of your favicon file:

```
<link rel="shortcut icon" type="image/x-icon" href="favicon.ico">
```

4. Upload the file to your website's root directory: Upload the favicon.ico file to the root directory of your website using FTP or any other file transfer protocol.

5. Test the favicon: Open your website in a web browser to check if the favicon is showing up properly.

That's it! Adding a favicon.ico to your website is a quick and easy way to improve your site's branding and usability.