Free SVG to ICO converter online
Need a ICO instead of a SVG? This free converter turns SVG files into ICO 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.
SVG is a vector format: instead of pixels it stores shapes as XML code, so it stays perfectly sharp at any size. Social networks, email clients, office apps and most upload forms do not accept SVG though, so you often need a raster copy. FileStripe lets you choose the output width so the result is crisp.
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.
About SVG and ICO 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 SVG to ICO?
- ICO files are needed for website favicons and Windows shortcuts. FileStripe packs several sizes (16 to 256 px) into one icon.
- SVG files are often rejected or can't be opened by social networks, email clients, office apps and upload forms; ICO avoids that problem.
How to convert SVG to ICO
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your SVG files (you can select several at once).
- Conversion to ICO starts automatically. Change the icon sizes if you like.
- Download each ICO file or click 'Download all' for a ZIP.
Features
- Batch conversionConvert hundreds of SVG files at once.
- No uploadFiles never leave your device, so it is fast and private.
- Strips metadataThe ICO files contain no EXIF or GPS data.
- Any deviceWorks on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Chromebook.
SVG vs ICO: what's the difference?
| Feature | SVG | ICO |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Scalable Vector Graphics | Windows Icon |
| Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Compression | Vector (text based) | PNG or BMP inside |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | Yes (CSS/SMIL) | No |
| Typical file size | Tiny for simple art | Small |
| Best for | logos, icons and illustrations that must stay sharp at any size | website favicons and Windows application icons |
| Compatibility | All browsers; not accepted by most social networks, office apps or upload forms | All browsers (favicon) and Windows |
| File extensions | .svg | .ico |
| MIME type | image/svg+xml | image/x-icon |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert SVG to ICO?
Open this page, add your SVG files, and FileStripe converts them to ICO 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 SVG to ICO reduce quality?
No further quality is lost. ICO is lossless, so the ICO file looks exactly like the decoded SVG.
Can I convert multiple SVG files to ICO at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many SVG files as you like; there is no limit on the number or size of files.
What resolution will the PNG be?
Choose the output width; the height follows the SVG's aspect ratio. Use 2x or 3x the display size for crisp results on high-DPI screens.
Is the SVG to ICO free?
Yes. The SVG to ICO 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 SVG to ICO 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 SVG to ICO 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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