Convert GIF to ICO - Free Online Image Converter
Online convert GIF to ICO format with our fast and free image converter. No email or registration. Batch conversion up to 100 MB with advanced compression for high quality and smaller file sizes.
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Only GIF files will be accepted
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GIF to ICO Conversion
GIF is a format known for its ability to support animations. However, it is limited to a palette of 256 colors, which can make photographs look grainy. GIFs are best used for simple graphics and small animations.
ICO is a file format specifically designed for computer icons in Microsoft Windows. An ICO file can contain multiple images at different sizes and color depths, allowing the icon to scale appropriately across the interface.
Frequently Asked Questions
GIF files are single-resolution images with 256-color limitations. For use as icons, they lack multi-resolution embedding and the color depth needed for modern professional-looking icons across all sizes.
Converting GIF to ICO creates a proper multi-resolution icon container, though the source GIF's 256-color limitation means the resulting icon quality will be limited. ICO format embeds multiple sizes (16×16, 32×32, 48×48, etc.) for optimal display across different contexts. Useful for converting vintage GIF icons to proper ICO format for website favicons or Windows applications. However, for best results, create icons from high-quality PNG sources instead - GIF's color restrictions limit the professional appearance achievable. Converts binary GIF transparency to ICO transparency.
Yes, Convertlet is 100% free to use. You can convert as many images as you want without any hidden fees or subscriptions.
Absolutely. All conversions happen securely. Your files are processed and then immediately deleted from our servers to ensure your privacy.
We support a wide range of image formats.
Input formats: .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .webp, .gif, .svg, .heic, .heif, .avif, .bmp, .ico, .tiff, .dng, .eps.
Output formats: .png, .jpg, .jpeg, .webp, .avif, .bmp, .gif, .ico, .tiff.
You can convert between any of these formats easily.