What is GitHub README Badge Generator?
The GitHub README Badge Generator creates Markdown and HTML shields.io badge code for repository star counts, license types, build statuses, tech stack logos, and social profile links.
Customize badge colors, logo icons, style variants (flat, flat-square, for-the-badge), and link targets for open source project documentation.
Live Badge Preview
Presets:
Badge Parameters
Markdown Code
HTML Code
<img src="https://img.shields.io/badge/React-v19.0-61DAFB?style=for-the-badge&logo=react&logoColor=white" alt="React" />
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shields.io?
Shields.io is a service that serves crisp SVG badge graphics for GitHub repositories.
How do I add SVG badges to a GitHub README.md?
Paste Markdown link syntax `` directly into your README.md file.
What badge styles are supported?
Supports flat, flat-square, plastic, for-the-badge, and social badge styles.
How to use GitHub README Badge Generator
To generate badges:
- Select badge category (Tech Stack, License, Social, Metrics).
- Customize label text, badge color, and logo icon.
- Click Copy Markdown to paste badge syntax into your README.md.