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GIF to ICO Converter

Convert GIF images to ICO format for favicons and Windows icons. Generates multiple sizes (16, 32, 48, 64, 128, 256) in a single ICO file. All processing happens in your browser - your images never leave your device.

Click to upload or drag and drop

Multiple images supported (max 20MB)

Why Convert GIF to ICO?

Multiple icon sizes in a single file (16x16 to 256x256)
Standard format for website favicons
Windows application icon support
Professional branding for your website

Common Use Cases:

  • •Creating animated favicons from GIF
  • •Windows application icon development
  • •Desktop shortcut icons
  • •Professional brand identity

About GIF to ICO Conversion

ICO (Icon) format is the standard format for website favicons and Windows application icons. Our converter automatically generates multiple icon sizes (16x16, 32x32, 48x48, 64x64, 128x128, and 256x256 pixels) in a single ICO file, ensuring your icon displays correctly across all browsers, devices, and Windows applications. Converting GIF images to ICO is useful for creating favicons from animated GIFs or static GIF graphics.

How to Use

  1. 1.Upload your GIF image (recommended size: 256x256 pixels or larger for best quality).
  2. 2.The converter will automatically generate multiple icon sizes in the ICO file.
  3. 3.Click "Convert to ICO" to process your image.
  4. 4.Download the ICO file and use it as your website favicon or Windows icon.
  5. 5.Upload the ICO file to your website root directory or use it in your application.

Tips & Best Practices

  • •Use square images (1:1 aspect ratio) for best results.
  • •Recommended source image size: 256x256 pixels or larger.
  • •ICO files contain multiple sizes, so one file works for all use cases.
  • •For website favicons, upload the ICO file to your site root as "favicon.ico".
  • •Windows applications can use ICO files directly for application icons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes are included in the ICO file?

Our converter generates 6 standard sizes: 16x16, 32x32, 48x48, 64x64, 128x128, and 256x256 pixels, all in a single ICO file.

Can I convert animated GIFs to ICO?

Yes, animated GIFs can be converted to ICO. The converter will use the first frame or create a static ICO from the GIF.

What size should my GIF image be?

We recommend using a GIF image that is at least 256x256 pixels for best quality. The converter will automatically resize it to create all necessary icon sizes.