Why Convert PNG to ICO?
ICO is built for icons:
- Multi-size support: Bundle 16–256 px variants in one file.
- Favicon standard: Recognized by major browsers.
- Windows compatibility: Native desktop/app icon format.
- Transparency: Smooth edges with PNG alpha preserved.
How to Convert PNG to ICO Online
- Click Upload PNG and select your image.
- Wait for processing and optimization.
- Click Download ICO to save your icon.
We generate common icon sizes automatically.
ICO Format Specifications
- Standard sizes: 16×16, 32×32, 48×48, 64×64, 128×128, 256×256 px
- Color depth: Up to 32-bit RGBA
- Transparency: Full alpha channel
- Structure: Header + multiple image entries
- Compression: PNG-compressed entries for 32-bit icons (Vista+)
Supported Limits & Formats
- Accepted input: PNG (
image/png
) - Maximum file size: up to 16 MB per file
- Output: ICO (
.ico
, MIMEimage/x-icon
)
Troubleshooting
- Favicon not showing: Clear cache and ensure
/favicon.ico
at site root with<link rel="icon" href="/favicon.ico">
. - Jagged edges: Start from a larger, high-contrast PNG; downscale cleanly.
- Upload fails: Make sure PNG ≤ 16 MB.
Features of Our PNG to ICO Converter
- 100% Free with no watermarks
- Automatic size optimization
- Transparency preservation
- Secure processing
- Yes, the converter is completely free with no hidden charges or subscriptions.
- Common sizes include 16×16, 32×32, 48×48, 64×64, 128×128, and 256×256 pixels.
- Yes. <code>favicon.ico</code> is widely supported by major browsers.
- You can upload images up to 16 MB per file.
- Files are processed automatically and not retained longer than necessary for conversion.
- We preserve PNG transparency and generate multiple sizes for crisp rendering at small dimensions.
For best results, use a clear, high-contrast PNG. Place /favicon.ico
at your site root and reference it with <link rel="icon" href="/favicon.ico">
.