Free ICO to JPG converter online
Need a JPG instead of a ICO? This free converter turns ICO files into JPG images right in your browser. Add as many files as you like, adjust the settings and download the results individually or together as a ZIP.
ICO is the Windows icon format and the classic format for website favicons. A single .ico file can hold several sizes (16x16, 32x32, 48x48 up to 256x256) so the operating system or browser can pick the sharpest one.
JPG (also written JPEG) is the most widely used photo format in the world. It uses lossy compression that throws away detail the eye barely notices, which keeps photos small, but it cannot store transparency and every re-save loses a little quality. JPG files usually carry EXIF metadata such as the camera model, the date and often the GPS location where the photo was taken.
About ICO and JPG files
New to these formats? These pages explain what each one is for and how to open it on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android.
Why convert ICO to JPG?
- JPG opens everywhere and is accepted by every upload form, email client and printer; transparent areas are filled with a colour you choose (white by default).
How to convert ICO to JPG
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your ICO files (you can select several at once).
- Conversion to JPG starts automatically. Change the quality or background colour if you like.
- Download each JPG file or click 'Download all' for a ZIP.
Features
- Batch conversionConvert hundreds of ICO files at once.
- No uploadFiles never leave your device, so it is fast and private.
- Strips metadataThe JPG files contain no EXIF or GPS data.
- Any deviceWorks on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Chromebook.
ICO vs JPG: what's the difference?
| Feature | ICO | JPG |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Windows Icon | JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) |
| Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Compression | PNG or BMP inside | Lossy |
| Transparency | Yes | No |
| Animation | No | No |
| Typical file size | Small | Small |
| Best for | website favicons and Windows application icons | photographs, social media uploads and email attachments |
| Compatibility | All browsers (favicon) and Windows | Universal: every browser, phone, camera and image editor |
| File extensions | .ico | .jpg, .jpeg, .jpe |
| MIME type | image/x-icon | image/jpeg |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert ICO to JPG?
Open this page, add your ICO files, and FileStripe converts them to JPG in your browser. Then download the files one by one or as a ZIP. It takes a few seconds and you don't need to install anything.
Will converting ICO to JPG reduce quality?
JPG is a lossy format, so there is a small, usually invisible, loss. Use the quality slider: 90 or above is visually identical for almost all images, but note that ICO graphics with sharp text may look slightly softer.
Can I convert multiple ICO files to JPG at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many ICO files as you like; there is no limit on the number or size of files.
Is the ICO to JPG free?
Yes. The ICO to JPG is completely free with no sign-up, no watermarks, no daily limits and no premium tier.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. FileStripe processes your files locally in your web browser using JavaScript. Nothing is uploaded, so the ICO to JPG is safe for private photos and confidential documents and even works offline once the page has loaded.
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes. The ICO to JPG works in Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Samsung Internet on phones, tablets and computers. On a phone you can pick files from your photo library or files app and share the result straight to another app.
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