Learn how to add SVG icons in Webflow using custom embeds, and compare SVG vs PNG/JPG vs Font Awesome. Pros and cons explained — perfect for designers and Webflow beginners.
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Adding icons to your Webflow projects seems simple — until you start deciding which format to use. Should you upload an SVG? A PNG? Maybe a font library like Font Awesome?
In this tutorial, we’ll cover how to add SVG icons using Webflow’s custom embed, and compare them against other popular options like PNG/JPG images and icon fonts.
By the end, you’ll know exactly which icon format is best for your Webflow site based on speed, flexibility, and accessibility.
The easiest way to use SVGs in Webflow is through an Embed element.
Steps:
width and height values in the SVG tag if needed.fill="currentColor" so it inherits your Webflow text color.That’s it. The icon is now scalable, lightweight, and editable directly in your Designer.
If you don’t want to use inline SVG code, you can also:
Each approach has its pros and cons. Let’s break it down.
For most Webflow sites, SVG icons are the best balance of performance and design control.
SVGs give you the flexibility to recolor and resize icons dynamically inside Webflow — ideal for modern responsive design.
SVG icons are cleaner, faster, and more flexible — but they require slightly more setup.
If you’re comfortable embedding a small piece of code, SVGs will future-proof your Webflow site.
If you prefer a quick drag-and-drop option, PNGs or icon fonts are fine — just be aware of their limitations in scaling and performance.
