Favicons and browser metadata help identify a website visually and improve branding.
They make websites look professional in browser tabs, bookmarks, and search results.
What Is a Favicon
A favicon is a small icon that represents a website.
It appears in browser tabs, bookmarks, and browser history.
Why Favicons Are Important
Favicons help users recognize a website quickly.
They improve user experience and brand identity.
The link tag is placed inside the head section.
The href attribute points to the favicon file location.
Common Favicon Formats
Favicons can be provided in different formats:
- ICO
- PNG
- SVG
PNG and SVG are commonly used for modern websites.
Browser Metadata
Browser metadata includes additional information that controls how the website behaves in the browser.
Common Browser Metadata Examples
- Theme color
- Page language
- Author information
The theme color affects the browser UI color on some devices, especially mobile browsers.
Common Mistakes with Favicons
- Missing favicon
- Incorrect file path
- Using very large images
Why Favicons Matter for Jobs
Professional websites are expected to have proper branding.
Employers expect developers to configure favicons correctly.
Practice Task
Create a favicon image and link it to a webpage. Test it in the browser tab.
What You Will Learn Next
In the next lesson, you will learn about Open Graph and social media meta tags.