Convert GIF to ICO

Convert GIF files to ICO in your browser. Free, no upload, no signup.

Output format

ICO

01 — Overview

Why convert GIF to ICO

ICO is a more practical choice than GIF for most modern workflows. Site favicons (favicon.ico) and Windows application/shortcut icons

02 — Comparison

GIF vs ICO

AttributeGIFICO
CompressionLosslessLossless
TransparencyYesYes
AnimationYesNo
Typical file sizeVery largeVaries
Browser supportUniversal. Has been since GIF was invented.Universally supported as a favicon — every browser reads .ico. Not used for general on-page images.

03 — How to

Three steps

  1. 01

    Drop your GIF files

    Drag one or more GIF files onto the dropzone above, or click to browse. Files stay on your device — nothing uploads.

  2. 02

    Convert in your browser

    convert.now decodes each GIF and re-encodes it as ICO via WebAssembly. The conversion runs in a Web Worker so the page stays responsive.

  3. 03

    Download the result

    Download a single ICO file or, for batch conversions, a zip of all converted files. Filenames preserve the originals.

04 — Pillars

Why convert.now

  • Private

    Files stay in your browser. No upload step. Nothing for anyone to see.

  • Fast

    No queue, no upload wait. Conversion starts the moment you drop a file.

  • Free

    No ads. No file-count limit. No sign-up wall. Just the converter.

05 — FAQ

Frequently asked

No. The conversion from GIF to ICO runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. Files never leave your device. Open DevTools' Network tab if you'd like to verify — there are no network requests with file contents.

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