Question 1

What is Academicons?

Accepted Answer

Academicons is a specialist icon set for academics containing icons for academic platforms, publishers, and organizations. It includes icons for Google Scholar, ResearchGate, ORCID, Academia.edu, arXiv, Mendeley, Zotero, and many more academic services that are often missing from mainstream icon libraries.

Question 2

How many icons are in Academicons?

Accepted Answer

Academicons contains 158 free icons specifically designed for academic websites and applications. Each icon is available as SVG for React components or downloadable in PNG, ICO, WebP, and JPEG formats.

Question 3

How do I use Academicons in React or Next.js?

Accepted Answer

Simply copy the SVG code directly from this page and paste it into your React or Next.js component. No npm package installation required - the SVG is embedded inline in your code. You can also customize the icon color, size, and other properties before copying.

Question 4

Can I customize Academicons before downloading?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Use our customization panel to adjust icon color, size, stroke width, rotation, flip, padding, opacity, and shadow. Preview your changes in real-time, then copy the customized SVG code or download in your preferred format.

Question 5

Do I need to install any packages to use these icons?

Accepted Answer

No packages required. Unlike traditional icon libraries, you copy the SVG code directly into your project. This means zero dependencies, smaller bundle size, and full control over each icon. Works with React, Vue, Svelte, Angular, or plain HTML.

Question 6

What download formats are available?

Accepted Answer

Download Academicons in multiple formats: SVG (vector, scalable), PNG (raster, transparent background), ICO (Windows favicon), WebP (optimized web format), JPEG, and even data URL for inline embedding. All formats support custom sizes.

Question 7

Can I download icons for use in Figma or design tools?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Download icons as SVG files which import perfectly into Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, and other design tools. You can also copy the SVG code and paste directly into Figma.

Question 8

Is Academicons free for commercial use?

Accepted Answer

Academicons is released under the SIL Open Font License (OFL). This allows free use in personal and commercial projects. You can modify and redistribute the icons as long as you include the original license. Note: Licensing varies by icon library - always check the specific license for each library you use.

Question 9

Do I need to attribute Academicons?

Accepted Answer

The SIL OFL license does not require attribution, but it is appreciated. If you modify and redistribute the icons, you must include the original license. Trademark notice: All product names, logos, and brands depicted in icons are property of their respective owners.

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