Convert GIF to ICO
Free online GIF to ICO converter. Drop an image below and convert it instantly — right in your browser, with no upload and no sign-up.
100% private — your image is processed in your browser and never uploaded.
Why convert GIF to ICO?
GIF is an older format limited to 256 colours per frame, best known for simple animations. For single still images, PNG or WebP are smaller and sharper. ICO is the Windows icon container, used for application icons and website favicons. It can hold one or more small images, typically 16x16 up to 256x256 pixels.
- Generate a Windows favicon or app icon — ICO is the format browsers and Windows expect for icons.
- Convert a single still frame of your GIF into a sharper, smaller ICO image.
How to convert GIF to ICO
- Upload your GIF file. Drag and drop your GIF image into the box above, or click to browse. Files up to 5 MB are supported.
- Adjust settings (optional). ICO is lossless, so there are no quality settings to adjust — just convert.
- Click "Convert to ICO". The conversion runs instantly in your browser. Nothing is sent to a server.
- Download your image. Click the download button to save your new ICO file to your device.
GIF vs ICO
| Property | GIF | ICO |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Best for | short looping animations and very simple flat graphics | website favicons and Windows application/desktop icons |
Frequently asked questions
Is the GIF to ICO converter free?
Yes. ConvertPix is completely free with no limits on the number of conversions, no watermarks, and no account required.
Are my GIF images uploaded to a server?
No. Conversion happens entirely inside your web browser using your own device. Your images are never uploaded, stored, or seen by anyone.
Will I lose quality converting GIF to ICO?
No. ICO is a lossless format, so every pixel from your source image is preserved exactly.
Does ICO support transparency?
Yes, ICO supports a transparency (alpha) channel, so transparent areas are preserved.
What is the largest file I can convert?
You can convert GIF images up to 5 MB. Because processing is done on your device, very large images depend on your device's available memory.