Convert GIF to ICO Online Free

Free online GIF to ICO converter. Upload your GIF file and download it as ICO instantly. No registration required.

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How to Convert GIF to ICO

Upload Your GIF File

Click the upload area or drag and drop your GIF file. You can upload any GIF file from your computer, phone, or tablet.

Convert to ICO

Click the "Convert to ICO" button to start the conversion. The process typically takes just a few seconds.

Download Your ICO File

Once the conversion is complete, click the download button to save your new ICO file to your device.

Why Use Our GIF to ICO Converter?

Lossless Quality Conversion

Convert your GIF files to ICO format while preserving maximum image quality. Our converter uses advanced algorithms to ensure your images look their best.

Lightning-Fast Processing

Upload your GIF file and get your ICO download in seconds. Our server-side conversion engine processes images instantly, no matter the file size.

Secure & Private

Your GIF files are processed securely and never stored on our servers. All conversions happen in real-time, and files are deleted immediately after download.

About GIF and ICO Formats

GIF Image (.gif)

GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) supports animation and transparency. It uses lossless compression but is limited to 256 colors, making it ideal for simple graphics and animations.

ICO Icon (.ico)

ICO is the standard icon format for Windows applications and website favicons. It can contain multiple image sizes and color depths within a single file.

Frequently Asked Questions

Simply upload your GIF file using the upload area above, then click the "Convert to ICO" button. Your converted ICO file will be ready to download in seconds.

Yes, our GIF to ICO converter is completely free to use. There is no registration required, no watermarks are added, and there are no hidden fees.

The conversion preserves the quality of your GIF file exactly as-is. Since ICO is a lossless format, no additional quality loss occurs during conversion.

Yes! We also offer a ICO to GIF converter. You can convert between these formats in both directions.

File size depends on the compression methods used by each format. In general, converting from GIF to ICO may result in a different file size depending on the content and encoding. Our converter uses optimal settings to balance quality and file size for your ICO output.

Currently, our converter processes one GIF to ICO conversion at a time. You can quickly convert additional files by uploading them one after another — each conversion only takes a few seconds.

You can upload GIF files up to 50 MB for conversion to ICO. This limit is generous enough to handle most files. If your GIF file exceeds this limit, try compressing it or splitting it into smaller parts before converting.

Absolutely. Your privacy is our top priority. Uploaded GIF files are processed securely and are automatically deleted from our servers immediately after conversion to ICO. We never store, share, or access the contents of your files.

Yes! Our GIF to ICO converter is fully responsive and works on any device — including iPhones, Android phones, and tablets. No app installation is needed; just open the page in your mobile browser and upload your file.

Depending on the target format, you may see a quality slider that lets you balance between file size and output quality for your ICO file. If the ICO format supports adjustable compression, the slider will appear automatically after you upload your GIF file.

Metadata handling depends on the formats involved. Some metadata from your GIF file (such as EXIF data, color profiles, or document properties) may not carry over to the ICO format if it does not support those metadata types. Core content and visual quality are always preserved.

Our GIF to ICO converter works in all modern browsers including Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, and Opera. No plugins or extensions are required — just visit the page and upload your GIF file to get started.