How to import SVGs into your Next.js apps: A 2025 guide

Integrating SVGs into a modern Next.js project, especially version 14 and beyond, involves understanding various methods, each suited to different needs such as styling, performance, and maintainability. This guide explores the four most common techniques for SVG integration: using inline SVG components via tools like SVGR, leveraging the next/image component for optimized loading, utilizing the next-images package for older Next.js versions, and employing the img tag for simplicity. It provides updated guidance for 2025, including examples, decision rules, and specific advice for App Router and TypeScript users. The guide also addresses common issues and troubleshooting tips, emphasizing that the next/image component is a go-to for most scenarios due to its optimization features. Additionally, it highlights that while third-party packages can offer flexibility, the built-in features of Next.js are often sufficient, recommending users consider factors like package maintenance and security before integration.