How do I add a favicon?

Display a custom icon in browser tabs when guests visit your website.

Short answer: Go to Site > Builder > Site settings and upload a shortcut icon.

What is a favicon?

A favicon (shortcut icon) is the small icon that appears:
- In browser tabs
- In bookmarks
- In browser history
- On mobile home screens (if saved)

Adding your favicon

  1. Go to Site > Builder
  2. Click Site settings
  3. In the General tab, find Shortcut icon
  4. Click Upload shortcut icon
  5. Select your image file
  6. Click Save

Image requirements

For best results:
- Square image (same width and height)
- At least 32x32 pixels (128x128 recommended)
- PNG or ICO format
- Simple design that's recognizable when small

Favicon ideas

  • Your initials (J&K)
  • A wedding ring icon
  • A heart
  • Your monogram
  • A simple graphic from your invitation suite

Creating a favicon

Options for creating one:
- Use a free favicon generator online
- Crop from your invitation design
- Create in Canva or similar tools
- Ask your graphic designer

If the favicon doesn't appear

Favicons can take time to update:
- Clear your browser cache
- Try a different browser
- Wait a few hours for changes to propagate
- Check that the image uploaded correctly

Tips

  • Keep the design very simple
  • Use high contrast colors
  • Test at small sizes before uploading
  • Match your wedding branding
  • The default WedSites favicon shows if you don't set one

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