How to Add an iOS Site Icon (Apple Touch Icon) to Your Website
To add a site icon on iOS devices, follow these simple steps to create an Apple Touch icon that lets users bookmark your site on their home screen:
- Create and Upload the Icon
- Create a .png file (non-transparent)
- Use your favicon or logo design for consistency
- Upload the image through the page editor
- Click the Link icon in the text toolbar
Yellow arrow pointing to link
- Upload Through File Manager
- Select the File tab in the link editor
- Click "Add file" to upload your icon
- Click "Add link" when done
Icon for uploading files
- Get the Image URL
- Click the linked text
- Copy the file URL
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- Add Code Injection
- Access the Code Injection panel
- Paste this code in the Header field:
<link rel="apple-touch-icon" href="/s/file-name.extension">
- Replace "/s/file-name.extension" with your copied URL
Apple blue touch icon
- Test the Icon
- Visit your site on an iOS device
- Use the Share option to add to Home screen
- The icon will appear like this:
Urban skyline on green field
Note: This is a code-based customization not covered by standard support. For additional help:
- Visit the Apple Developer site
- Consult the Squarespace Forum
- Review custom code best practices
- Consider hiring a Squarespace Expert
Remember to follow Apple's image guidelines for optimal results.