How to Change Favicon in WordPress
- George Apostolov
How to Change Favicon in WordPress: step-by-step guide
In the left-hand menu, go to "Appearance" and click on > Editor.
Choose the Icon on the upper left corner and select "Edit."
Select "Replace" and click on the option where you want to select your favicon from.
Pick the logo you want to appear on you site icon and press the "Select" button on the lower right corner of the screen.
Tap the "Use as Site Icon" button.
Then click "Save" and go back to your WordPress home page.
You have now successfully changed your favicon.
Quick answer: To update your favicon in WordPress, go to Appearance and open the Editor. Choose the upper left icon, select Edit, and click Replace. Pick your logo, press Select, tap Use as Site Icon, and save your changes.
About this WordPress tutorial
Easily update your WordPress site icon by using the Editor to replace, select, and save your new favicon in just a few steps. This guide shows how to change Favicon in WordPress in 7 steps, starting with "In the left-hand menu, go to 'Appearance' and click on > Editor" and finishing with "You have now successfully changed your favicon". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to change Favicon in WordPress?
7 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to change line spacing in wordpress, How to Change Link Color in WordPress and How to Change Menu Color in Wordpress. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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