The white background represents the foam of the crashing waves and the clear sky, while the blue and red cross signifies historical and cultural ties with other Nordic countries. If you like Scandinavian design or culture, you'll find this interesting.

This flag was officially recognised during the Second World War when the UK occupied the Faroe Islands. Allowing Faroese ships to use this flag to distinguish them from Denmark, which was occupied by German forces, became a turning point that solidified it as a national symbol.