Favicon Fixer is a WordPress plugin that automates the generation and implementation of favicons and web app icons. It processes a single uploaded image to create all standard favicon formats required by modern browsers, mobile devices, and operating systems.
Version: 1.0.0
Released: March 28, 2025
Developer: Yasa LTD
Compatibility: WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.2+
License: GPL v2 or later
Favicon fixer
The plugin handles the following technical aspects:
- Generates SVG favicon for modern browsers
- Creates PNG favicons in multiple dimensions (16×16, 32×32, 48×48, 96×96)
- Compiles multi-resolution ICO file with 16×16, 32×32 and 48×48 versions
- Produces Apple touch icons (180×180) for iOS devices
- Generates Android Chrome icons (192×192, 512×512)
- Creates Microsoft tile images (144×144, 150×150)
- Builds a standard web app manifest file
- Inserts proper HTML meta tags in the site header
Features
- Image validation ensuring square dimensions and minimum resolution
- Automatic image resizing and format conversion
- Properly structured web app manifest generation
- Header code management including removal of conflicting favicon tags
- Support for theme color and background color customization
- Configurable display mode and app name settings
Technical Requirements
- WordPress 5.0 or higher
- PHP 7.2 or higher with GD library
- Write permissions for the WordPress uploads directory
Data Handling
Favicon fixer stores:
- One image in the WordPress media library
- Generated favicon files in
/wp-content/uploads/favicons/ - Plugin settings in the WordPress options table
No data is sent to external servers, and all processing occurs locally on your WordPress installation.
Development Information
The Favicon Fixer plugin was developed by Yasa LTD to address the technical complexities of modern favicon implementation. The first stable version (1.0.0) was released on March 28, 2025, following comprehensive testing across multiple browser environments.
The plugin is maintained in accordance with WordPress coding standards and is updated to ensure compatibility with new browser specifications as they emerge.
Test your Favicon metadata!
Go to https://realfavicongenerator.net/favicon-checker and test your website after activating Favicon Fixer!
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