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Turn SVG vector logos into ICO icon files for website favicons and Windows application icons. Vector source ensures the sharpest possible icon at any size.
To convert SVG to ICO, drop your SVG file into the converter above. ChangeThisFile rasterizes the vector graphic and encodes it as an ICO icon file entirely in your browser. The conversion is free, requires no signup, and your files never leave your device. SVG is the ideal source for crisp icons.
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SVG vs ICO: Format Comparison
Key differences between the two formats
| Feature | SVG | ICO |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Vector (resolution-independent) | Raster (fixed resolution icon) |
| Purpose | Scalable web graphics | Favicons and application icons |
| Transparency | Full alpha channel | Full alpha channel |
| Scalability | Infinite zoom, no pixelation | Fixed pixel dimensions |
| Multiple sizes | One file scales to any size | Can embed multiple fixed sizes |
| File size | Small for simple shapes | Very small (icon dimensions) |
| Browser support | Universal (as image) | Universal (as favicon) |
When to Convert
Common scenarios where this conversion is useful
Creating favicons from SVG logos
SVG is the ideal source for favicons because vector graphics rasterize cleanly at small icon sizes. Convert your SVG logo to ICO for the sharpest possible favicon.
Windows application icons from vector art
Software development projects need ICO files for application icons. Starting from SVG gives the cleanest rasterization at standard icon sizes.
Multi-platform icon production
Generate ICO files from a single SVG master for Windows applications while using the same SVG for web and other platforms.
Replacing outdated bitmap favicons
If you've updated your logo to SVG but still need an ICO favicon for universal browser compatibility, this converter bridges the gap.
How to Convert SVG to ICO
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Drop your SVG file
Drag and drop your SVG file into the converter area, or click browse to select it from your device.
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Instant conversion
Your browser renders the SVG on a canvas and encodes the result as an ICO file. The vector source ensures the cleanest possible rasterization at icon sizes.
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Download your ICO
Save the converted ICO file. Place it as favicon.ico in your website root or use it as a Windows application icon.
Frequently Asked Questions
SVG is vector-based, meaning it rasterizes cleanly at any size. This produces the sharpest possible icon, especially at small favicon sizes where every pixel matters.
Yes. ICO supports full alpha channel transparency, so transparent areas in your SVG logo will be preserved in the ICO output.
The converter generates a standard icon size from your SVG. For best results, ensure your SVG has a square viewBox. The converter handles the rasterization at the appropriate icon resolution.
Yes. Modern browsers support SVG favicons via <link rel='icon' type='image/svg+xml'>. The ICO version serves as a fallback for browsers that don't support SVG favicons.
Not all browsers support SVG favicons (older Edge, IE). ICO is the universal fallback. Best practice is to serve both: SVG for modern browsers, ICO as fallback.
Yes, the browser canvas faithfully renders SVG gradients, filters, and effects. However, very fine details may be lost at small icon sizes. Simple, bold designs make the best icons.
Yes. All rendering and conversion happens in your browser. Your SVG files are never uploaded to any server, keeping your brand assets and designs private.
SVGs that reference external fonts may fall back to system fonts during rendering. For best results, convert all text to paths in your SVG editor before converting to ICO.
No. The ICO contains raster pixels, not vector paths. You cannot reconstruct vector data from a rasterized image. Always keep your original SVG source file.
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