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Disable Dashicons on Frontend

Loads fewer icon styles on your public pages for guests. Not recommended if you use Elementor, Bricks, or similar builders on the front end.

Overview

WordPress may load the Dashicons icon stylesheet on the frontend even when your visitors don’t need it.

Disable Dashicons on Frontend removes Dashicons for logged-out visitors, helping eliminate unnecessary frontend CSS while keeping it available for logged-in users and the WordPress dashboard.

Who is this for?

Performance-focused WordPress websites
Sites that don’t use Dashicons on the frontend
Agencies optimizing client websites
Developers looking to reduce unnecessary WordPress assets

Features

Remove Dashicons for Visitors

Stops the WordPress Dashicons stylesheet from loading for logged-out visitors when it isn't needed.

Keep Dashicons for Logged-In Users

Logged-in users continue receiving Dashicons, helping preserve the WordPress admin bar and other logged-in functionality.

Frontend-Only Optimization

The module doesn't interfere with Dashicons inside the WordPress dashboard or on the login screen.

Zero Configuration

No settings or complicated optimization rules. Enable the module and WP PowerSuite handles the rest.

Remove Unnecessary WordPress CSS

Use Cases

Optimize a Lightweight Website
Remove Dashicons when your theme and public-facing pages use their own icons and don't depend on WordPress's icon font.

Reduce Unnecessary Frontend Assets
Eliminate an unused CSS request as part of a broader WordPress performance optimization setup.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Disable Dashicons on Frontend do?
It removes the WordPress Dashicons stylesheet from frontend pages for logged-out visitors.
Will it affect the WordPress dashboard?
No. Dashicons remain available inside wp-admin.
Will it affect logged-in users?
No. Logged-in users continue receiving Dashicons, including where they’re needed for the WordPress admin bar.
Can disabling Dashicons affect my website design?
It can if your theme, page builder, or another plugin uses Dashicons on the frontend. Check your website while logged out after enabling the module.
Should I enable it with Elementor or Bricks?
Only if you’ve confirmed your frontend doesn’t rely on Dashicons. Some builders or related plugins may use them for frontend elements.
Does it require any configuration?
No. Enable the module from WP PowerSuite and it works automatically.