Craft beautiful
README badges
in seconds
A lightning-fast, local-first badge builder. Search thousands of brand icons, customize every detail, and copy ready-to-use Markdown or HTML — all from your browser.
Why BadgeForge?
Built for developers who care about their README
Real-Time Preview
Magnified and actual-size dual canvas. See exactly how your badge renders before committing.
3,400+ Brand Icons
Smart fuzzy search with auto-complete. Pick a logo to auto-populate its official brand color.
100% Local & Private
Everything stays in your browser via IndexedDB. No accounts, servers, or tracking — ever.
One-Click Copy
URL, Markdown, reST, AsciiDoc, HTML. Paste directly into your README or docs.
Curated Gallery
Browse 50+ categories of pre-made badges. Click any to customize it instantly in the Forge.
Light & Dark Modes
Respects your system preference with manual override. Beautiful in both themes.
Ready to build?
No sign-up required. Your badges stay private in your browser. Forever free.
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