Free WebP to ICO converter online
Need a ICO instead of a WebP? This free converter turns WebP 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.
WebP is a modern format created by Google for the web. It is typically 25 to 35 percent smaller than an equivalent JPG and supports transparency and animation, which is why so many websites now serve it. The downside is compatibility: older versions of Photoshop, Windows Photo Viewer, many printers and lots of upload forms still cannot open WebP files.
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 WebP 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 WebP to ICO?
- ICO files are needed for website favicons and Windows shortcuts. FileStripe packs several sizes (16 to 256 px) into one icon.
- WebP files are often rejected or can't be opened by older Photoshop versions, Windows Photo Viewer, printers and many upload forms; ICO avoids that problem.
How to convert WebP to ICO
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your WebP 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 WebP 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.
WebP vs ICO: what's the difference?
| Feature | WebP | ICO |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | WebP (Google) | Windows Icon |
| Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Compression | Lossy and lossless | PNG or BMP inside |
| Transparency | Yes (full alpha) | Yes |
| Animation | Yes | No |
| Typical file size | Very small | Small |
| Best for | websites, because it is 25-35% smaller than JPG at the same quality | website favicons and Windows application icons |
| Compatibility | All modern browsers; some older desktop apps and upload forms still reject it | All browsers (favicon) and Windows |
| File extensions | .webp | .ico |
| MIME type | image/webp | image/x-icon |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert WebP to ICO?
Open this page, add your WebP 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 WebP to ICO reduce quality?
No further quality is lost. ICO is lossless, so the ICO file looks exactly like the decoded WebP (any compression artefacts already in the original stay as they are).
Can I convert multiple WebP files to ICO at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many WebP files as you like; there is no limit on the number or size of files.
Why do images from websites save as WebP?
Websites serve WebP because it loads faster. Your browser saves the image in the format it was delivered in.
Is the WebP to ICO free?
Yes. The WebP 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 WebP 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 WebP 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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