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Fix Elementor Icon Not Showing Problem

Are you seeing puzzling blank squares instead of beautiful icons in your Elementor creations? It’s a frustrating experience, especially when you’ve meticulously designed your WordPress site. The “Elementor icon not showing” issue is a common hiccup for many users, but thankfully, it’s usually quite fixable. This comprehensive guide will walk you through various solutions, from simple cache clearing to deeper configuration checks, ensuring your icons sparkle just as they should.

We understand that a smooth workflow is crucial, and unexpected visual glitches can hinder your site’s professional appearance and user experience. Whether you’re using Font Awesome, Elementor’s default icons, or custom SVG icons, we’ve got you covered. Let’s dive in and get those icons back where they belong!

Why is Your Elementor Icon Not Showing? Understanding the Root Causes

Before we jump into solutions, it’s helpful to understand why your Elementor icon might not be appearing. Identifying the potential cause can often lead you directly to the fix. Here are the most common culprits behind the “Elementor icon not showing” problem:

1. Caching Issues: Both browser and server-side caching can sometimes serve outdated versions of your site’s files, including icon fonts or SVG assets.
2. Plugin or Theme Conflicts: Another plugin or your active theme might be interfering with Elementor’s ability to load its icon library.
3. Font Awesome Loading Issues: Elementor heavily relies on Font Awesome for its icon library. If Font Awesome isn’t loading correctly (due to version conflicts, CDN issues, or WordPress settings), icons will disappear.
4. Incorrect Elementor Settings: Elementor itself has settings related to icon loading, including Font Awesome versions and SVG uploads.
5. CDN or SSL Configuration Problems: If you’re using a Content Delivery Network (CDN) or have recently migrated to HTTPS/SSL, misconfigurations can block icon files from loading properly.
6. Corrupted Files or Updates: A botched update to Elementor, WordPress, or other plugins can sometimes lead to corrupted files impacting icon display.
7. Ad Blockers: Occasionally, aggressive ad blockers can mistakenly block external font files, including those used for icons.

Step-by-Step Solutions to Fix Elementor Icon Not Showing

Now, let’s get into the actionable steps you can take to resolve the “Elementor icon not showing” issue. We recommend trying these solutions in order, starting with the simplest, as they often resolve the problem quickly.

1. Clear Caches (Browser, Elementor, and Server)

Caching is a common reason for outdated content rendering. This is often the first and simplest solution to an Elementor icon not showing issue.

Clear Browser Cache:

Your web browser stores cached versions of websites to speed up loading. A hard refresh or clearing your browser cache can force it to load the latest files.

• Windows/Linux: Press Ctrl + Shift + R (or Ctrl + F5).
• Mac: Press Cmd + Shift + R.
• Alternatively, go to your browser settings and clear browsing data (cache and cookies).

Clear Elementor Cache:

Elementor has its own cache that sometimes needs to be cleared.

1. From your WordPress dashboard, navigate to Elementor > Tools.
2. Under the General tab, click the Regenerate CSS & Data button.
3. Then, go to the Sync Library tab and click the Sync Library button.

Clear Server/Plugin Cache:

If you’re using a caching plugin (like WP Super Cache, W3 Total Cache, LiteSpeed Cache) or server-level caching (common with Hostinger’s optimized hosting), clear those as well.

1. Access your caching plugin’s settings (usually found in the WordPress dashboard sidebar).
2. Look for options like “Clear All Cache,” “Purge Cache,” or “Delete Cache.”
3. If your host provides server-level caching (e.g., through hPanel or cPanel), log in and clear the cache from there.

2. Update Everything (WordPress, Elementor, Theme, Plugins)

Outdated software can lead to compatibility issues, which might manifest as an Elementor icon not showing correctly.

1. WordPress: Go to Dashboard > Updates and ensure WordPress is on the latest stable version. (Refer to WordPress Documentation on Updates)
2. Elementor & Elementor Pro: Navigate to Plugins > Installed Plugins and update Elementor and Elementor Pro if new versions are available.
3. Theme: Check for updates to your active theme under Appearance > Themes or directly from your theme’s settings panel.
4. All Other Plugins: Update all other plugins that have available updates.

3. Check Elementor Icon Settings (Font Awesome)

Elementor provides granular control over how Font Awesome icons are loaded. Incorrect settings here are a frequent cause of the Elementor icon not showing.

1. From your WordPress dashboard, go to Elementor > Settings.
2. Click on the Advanced tab.
3. Load Font Awesome 4 Support: If you’re using older icons (either in your custom code or an old theme/plugin), try switching “Load Font Awesome 4 Support” to Yes. Elementor 3.0+ primarily uses Font Awesome 5, but some older setups might still reference FA4.
4. Font Awesome SVG: Elementor also allows SVG rendering for Font Awesome. While generally robust, sometimes disabling a feature or toggling it can resolve issues. Check if there are options related to SVG handling and try toggling them if the above doesn’t work.
5. Save changes and clear all caches again.

4. Address Plugin/Theme Conflicts

A common problem identified in our research is compatibility issues affecting the Elementor icon. Other plugins or your theme might be conflicting with Elementor’s icon loading mechanisms.

Perform a Conflict Test:

This method helps pinpoint if another plugin or your theme is causing the Elementor icon not showing issue.

1. Install “Health Check & Troubleshooting” Plugin: This free plugin recommended by WordPress is excellent for debugging. Install it from Plugins > Add New.
2. Enable Troubleshooting Mode: Go to Tools > Site Health > Troubleshooting tab and click “Enable Troubleshooting Mode.” This disables all plugins and switches to a default WordPress theme (like Twenty Twenty-Four) *only for your session as an administrator*, without affecting live visitors.
3. Reactivate Elementor & Elementor Pro: In troubleshooting mode, go to Plugins and activate Elementor and Elementor Pro.
4. Check for Icons: Visit the page where your Elementor icon was not showing. If the icons now appear, it indicates a conflict.
5. Isolate the Culprit: In troubleshooting mode, go back to Plugins and reactivate your other plugins one by one, checking your Elementor page after each activation. When the icons disappear again, you’ve found the conflicting plugin.
6. Test Your Theme: After identifying a potential plugin, or if icons still don’t show after reactivating all plugins, deactivate all plugins except Elementor in troubleshooting mode. Then, switch your theme back to your active theme while still in troubleshooting mode. If the issue reappears, your theme is the problem.
7. Exit Troubleshooting Mode: Once done, disable troubleshooting mode from the Site Health dashboard.

5. Re-upload or Re-select Icons

Sometimes, the icon itself might be corrupted or the reference to it broken within Elementor’s settings.

1. Edit the Elementor page where the icons are missing.
2. Click on the icon widget or element that’s not displaying correctly.
3. Try to re-select the icon from the icon library or re-upload the SVG if it’s a custom icon.
4. Update the page and check if the icon reappears.

6. Check for Ad Blockers or Browser Extensions

While less common, some aggressive browser extensions or ad blockers can interfere with the loading of web fonts or SVG files, which are used for icons.

• Disable any ad blockers or privacy extensions in your browser.
• Test the site in an incognito/private browsing window where extensions are typically disabled by default.
• Try a different browser entirely to rule out browser-specific issues.

7. Verify CDN and SSL (HTTPS) Configuration

If you’re using a CDN or have recently moved to HTTPS, misconfigurations can lead to “mixed content” warnings or blocked resources, preventing icons from loading.

• CDN: Ensure your CDN is correctly configured to serve all static assets, including font files (.woff, .woff2, .ttf, .svg). Sometimes, “minification” or “optimization” settings on CDNs can also accidentally break icon loading. Try temporarily disabling your CDN or clearing its cache.
• SSL (HTTPS): After migrating to HTTPS, ensure all assets are loaded securely. Use a tool like Why No Padlock? to check for mixed content issues. Install an SSL fixing plugin like “Really Simple SSL” if needed, and regenerate permalinks (Settings > Permalinks > Save Changes) after an SSL migration. (Refer to Hostinger’s guide on fixing mixed content errors).

8. Review Error Logs and Browser Console

If the above solutions haven’t worked, digging into error logs can provide valuable clues for an Elementor icon not showing problem.

1. Browser Console: Open your browser’s developer tools (usually by pressing F12 or right-clicking and selecting “Inspect element”). Go to the “Console” tab. Look for any red error messages related to font loading, CORS (Cross-Origin Resource Sharing) issues, or blocked resources. These messages often point directly to the problem.
2. WordPress Debug Log: Enable WordPress debugging by adding the following lines to your wp-config.php file (just before the /* That's all, stop editing! Happy blogging. */ line):

   define( 'WP_DEBUG', true );
   define( 'WP_DEBUG_LOG', true );
   define( 'WP_DEBUG_DISPLAY', false );
   @ini_set( 'display_errors', 0 );

   Then, refresh your site and check the wp-content/debug.log file for errors. Remember to disable debugging after you’re done troubleshooting by changing WP_DEBUG back to false. (More info on WordPress Debugging).

3. Server Error Logs: If you have access to your hosting control panel (like hPanel or cPanel), check your server’s error logs. These can reveal deeper issues related to file permissions or server configuration that might prevent icon fonts from being served.

Common Issues and Troubleshooting for Elementor Icon Not Showing

Beyond the general solutions, here are some specific common issues and how to troubleshoot them when your Elementor icon is not showing:

Font Awesome 4 vs. Font Awesome 5 Conflicts

Elementor 3.0+ uses Font Awesome 5 by default. If your theme or another plugin is explicitly loading Font Awesome 4, or if you had FA4 support enabled and then disabled it, it can cause icons to break. Ensure consistent Font Awesome version usage across your site, or enable Elementor’s “Load Font Awesome 4 Support” if needed (as described in Solution 3).

Incorrect File Permissions

Sometimes, server-side file permissions can prevent web servers from correctly serving icon font files. If your Font Awesome files (often found in wp-content/uploads/elementor/css/ or within the Elementor plugin folders) have incorrect permissions, they won’t load.

• Connect to your site via FTP or your hosting’s file manager.
• Navigate to your WordPress installation directory.
• Ensure folders generally have 755 permissions and files have 644 permissions.
• Be cautious when changing permissions; incorrect settings can break your site. Consult your hosting provider if unsure.

Custom SVG Icon Issues

If you’re uploading custom SVG icons, ensure that:

• SVG upload is enabled in Elementor (Elementor > Settings > Advanced > Enable SVG Uploads).
• The SVG file itself is valid and not corrupted. You can use an online SVG validator.
• There are no conflicting CSS styles applying erroneous transformations or hiding your custom SVG.

CDN Issues Specific to Font Files

Some CDNs might block or mishandle font file types (.woff, .woff2, .ttf) by default or due to aggressive “security” features. Check your CDN provider’s documentation or