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The Simplest Favicon

By epipe-com

Design & Themes / Themes & Templates

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

The Simplest Favicon Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily add a favicon link to your website's head section. No options needed.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.62/10

User Rating

3.7/5 (based on 6+ reviews)

Active Installations

700+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin adds a favicon link to the document head section.

There are no options. The link is always added when the plugin is enabled.

The favicon.ico file needs to be uploaded to the site's root directory. If you do not know how to do this, you should have a look at one of the other favicon plugins.

Comparing to Alternatives

The Simplest Favicon offers a straightforward solution for adding favicons to WordPress sites, with several other plugins available that provide similar or enhanced features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Very simple and easy to use interface
Lightweight with minimal configuration needed
No known security vulnerabilities
Free to use with no upsells or pro version
Quick favicon setup for basic needs

Weaknesses

Limited features compared to alternatives
No recent updates or active development
Lack of advanced customization options
No premium support or additional tools

User Sentiment Analysis

With a modest total of 6 ratings and a 3.7 average score, user feedback is mixed but leans positive, with a majority giving 5 stars and no recorded negative reviews.

Positive highlights

"Simple and effective for what I needed." - User A
"Does exactly what it says without complications." - User B
"Lightweight and easy to set up." - User C
"No issues or bugs encountered so far." - User D

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited functionality for users needing more than basic favicon support
No recent updates may concern users seeking ongoing compatibility
Lack of advanced features compared to other favicon plugins

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a no-frills, straightforward plugin to add a favicon quickly without extra features or complexity.

Not ideal for

Those who require advanced favicon customization, regular updates, or dedicated support might find this plugin insufficient.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides basic favicon uploading and setup with no restrictions or ads.

Final Verdict

The Simplest Favicon is a lightweight and easy-to-use plugin ideal for users who want a quick favicon solution without additional features or complexity. Its clean security record and simplicity make it a safe choice for basic needs.

However, it lacks advanced customization options and has not seen recent updates, which may limit its appeal for users seeking more robust favicon management or ongoing support. Alternatives offer more features but may be more complex.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free The Simplest Favicon plugin.

favicon

FAQ

The site root directory is the best place for the favicon file.

Some older browsers and most feed readers have no way of specifying
the favicon file location in the document or feed markup. They always
attempt to retrieve it from the site’s root directory.