ICO Converter
FreeConvert PNG or JPG images to ICO favicon format
About ICO Converter
Browsers still expect a favicon in ICO format, and the icon format also turns up for Windows app and shortcut icons, yet most of your source art lives as PNG or JPG. Exporting a proper ICO from a design tool is fussy. This converter takes a PNG or JPG and produces an ICO file you can drop in as your site's favicon.
Upload a PNG or JPG and the tool generates an ICO file from it, sized for favicon use. It is free, runs in your browser, needs no signup, and returns the ICO instantly. For the sharpest result, start from a square image at a small, icon-friendly size, since favicons render tiny and a square source avoids distortion when the icon is displayed.
Common uses
- Creating a favicon.ico for a website from a PNG logo
- Generating a Windows shortcut or app icon from an image
- Converting a square PNG into ICO for the classic favicon path
- Producing an ICO from a JPG mockup for quick testing
- Making a browser tab icon without opening a design tool
How to use
- 1
Upload your file
Click the upload area or drag & drop your file. Supports *. Up to 50 MB.
- 2
Click "Process — ICO Converter"
Click the process button. Your file is converted instantly on our secure servers.
- 3
Download your result
Preview and download your converted file. No watermarks, no quality loss, no expiry.
Why ToolHub?
- Accurate conversion
- Multiple formats
- Instant results
FAQ
Should my source image be square?
Yes. A square image avoids stretching, since favicons are displayed in square dimensions.
What source formats are accepted?
PNG and JPG images can be converted. PNG is usually preferable because it supports transparency.
Is transparency preserved?
Transparency from a PNG source can carry through, while JPG has no transparency so its background remains solid.
Where do I place the ICO file?
Commonly it goes at your site root as favicon.ico, or you reference it with a link tag in your HTML head.
Can I use ICO Converter on mobile?
Yes — ToolHub is fully responsive and works on iPhone, Android, tablets and all modern browsers. No app install needed.