ICO vs PNG vs SVG: Which Favicon Format Should You Use? (2026)

Compare favicon formats: ICO, PNG, SVG. Learn the pros and cons of each format, browser support, file sizes, and when to use each format.

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by IcogenX Team

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ICO vs PNG vs SVG: Which Favicon Format Should You Use? (2026)