Website Favicon Extraction API Documentation
Get Any Site Title and Favicon API
Category: Web Tools
Endpoint: GET https://api.gugudata.io/v1/websitetools/favicon
Description: Parses a website's title and favicon.
Overview
The Get Any Site Title and Favicon API by GuGuData is a convenient tool that retrieves a site's title and favicon URL in milliseconds. Its flexible parsing mechanism supports multiple site configuration rules, ensuring compatibility with various web pages. This API is particularly helpful for building link previews, bookmark managers, or any application requiring quick access to a site's essential branding elements.
Key highlights:
- Supports any URL – Automatically handles different favicon path conventions.
- Site title & favicon – Provides the primary title and a direct link to the favicon image.
- HTTPS/TLS ready – Fully compatible with TLS v1.0 to v1.3 and Apple ATS.
- CDN-based architecture – Nationwide multi-node deployment ensures speed and reliability.
Demo URL
https://api.gugudata.io/v1/websitetools/favicon/demo
Request Parameters
Send a GET request to the endpoint with the following query parameters:
| Parameter | Type | Required | Default Value | Description |
appkey | string | Yes | YOUR_APPKEY | Your unique APPKEY from GuGuData's Developer Center. |
url | string | Yes | YOUR_VALUE | A valid, accessible website URL from which to extract information. |
Response Parameters
The API returns JSON containing the site's title and favicon. Below is a summary of the main fields:
| Parameter | Type | Required | Description |
dataStatus.requestParameter | string | Yes | The requested URL parameter. |
dataStatus.statusCode | integer | Yes | The HTTP status code. |
dataStatus.status | string | Yes | The request status (e.g., OK, Error). |
dataStatus.statusDescription | string | Yes | A description of the request status. |
dataStatus.responseDateTime | string | Yes | The timestamp when data was returned. |
dataStatus.dataTotalCount | integer | Yes | The total number of returned data items. |
data.title | string | Yes | The site's main title. |
data.favicon | string | Yes | A direct URL pointing to the site's favicon. |
Error Codes
You may encounter the following error codes:
| Error Code | Error Content | Notes |
200 | Normal return | Indicates a successful request. |
400 | Parameter error | Check for valid parameters (e.g., missing or malformed url). |
429 | Request frequency limited | Exceeded the rate limit of 100 requests per second. |
403 | Account in arrears | Resolve any payment issues to restore account functionality. |
402 | APPKEY error | Verify your APPKEY matches the one in your Developer Center. |
500 | API response error | A generic server error; retry or contact support if it persists. |
Features
- Fetch titles and favicons from any site – Automatically adapts to various site structures.
- Direct site link for the favicon – No further parsing required.
- Full HTTPS (TLS v1.0–v1.3) support – Ensures secure communication.
- Apple ATS compatibility – Perfect for iOS/macOS integrations.
- Nationwide multi-node CDN – Low-latency responses and high availability.
- Ultra-fast response – Built on load-balanced servers for handling high concurrency.
Additional Notes for Developers
- Favicon extraction: Dynamically locates the optimal favicon link, including unconventional naming or paths.
- Flexible usage: Ideal for social media preview, bookmark tools, or content indexing.
- HTTPS: Recommended for maximum data privacy and reliability.
Getting Started
- Sign up at GuGuData.io – Obtain your
appkey. - Construct a GET request – Include
appkeyandurlin the query parameters. - Check the JSON response – Extract the site's title and favicon link.
- Integrate – Use these details in link previews, bookmark listings, or site dashboards.
About GuGuData
GuGuData has delivered high-performance APIs globally for nearly a decade. Our suite of solutions spans SSL Certificate Parsing, DNS Lookups, Content Extraction, and more. We meticulously organize, clean, and integrate large data sets, allowing clients to focus on growth and innovation.
Key Highlights:
- Nine years in business – Proven track record of reliability and innovation.
- 4.2k+ APIs – An extensive library of data-driven functionalities.
- 95% happy customers – Committed to excellence in both product and support.
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