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Favicon Rotator

By Archetyped

Design & Themes / Themes & Templates

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Favicon Rotator Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily customize your site's favicon and rotate through multiple icons.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.76/10

User Rating

4.3/5 (based on 12+ reviews)

Active Installations

20,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

6.1 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Favicon Rotator makes it easy to customize the favicon for your site. Just add a favicon via the administration page and it will be displayed whenever someone visits your site.

With this plugin, you can set an icon for touch devices such as Android, iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. Simply point and click to add a favicon to your site. The plugin supports adding multiple icons, from which a randomly selected favicon will be displayed. It also automatically converts large images to smaller files for faster loading.

To use the plugin, go to the Theme > Favicon admin page to add or upload images to use for the favicon. That's it! The favicon will be displayed in visitors' browsers when they visit your site.

Make sure to verify that your theme uses the wp_head() template tag. If you add multiple icons, then a randomly selected icon will be displayed each time the site is loaded.

Comparing to Alternatives

Favicon Rotator offers a unique feature set among favicon plugins, but several alternatives provide similar or complementary functionalities.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and intuitive interface for adding favicons.
Supports multiple images for favicon rotation.
Quick setup with minimal configuration.
Includes mobile icon support.
Positive user feedback on ease of use.

Weaknesses

No support for SVG favicon files.
Has had significant security vulnerabilities in past versions.
Some users report the plugin fails to activate or display favicons.
Lacks a pro version with advanced features.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 4-5 star ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's ease of use and functionality, though a minority report issues with activation and file format support.

Positive highlights

"Great :)" - kiki127
"Works well" - misaka1
"Easy to use" - Steve Shepard
"Fait parfaitement le boulot ! Facile et intuitif." - BernardRobert

Common complaints

Plugin fails to activate or display favicon after setup.
No support for SVG file formats.

Weaknesses

Past security vulnerabilities including cross-site scripting issues.
Limited file format compatibility.
Occasional activation problems reported by users.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a straightforward, easy-to-use plugin to add and rotate favicons without needing advanced features or SVG support.

Not ideal for

Users requiring SVG favicon support, advanced customization, or those concerned about past security vulnerabilities should consider alternatives or wait for updates.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes all core features such as favicon rotation and mobile icon support, sufficient for most users.

Final Verdict

Favicon Rotator is a user-friendly plugin that effectively handles favicon rotation and mobile icon needs for most users. Its simple setup and positive user feedback make it a solid choice for those wanting basic favicon functionality without extra cost.

However, the plugin has had notable security vulnerabilities in the past and lacks support for SVG files, which may limit its appeal. Users should weigh these factors and consider alternatives if they need advanced features or enhanced security assurances.