Does this support animated GIFs?

Yes, but only the first frame of the animation is used for the ICO. ICO format does not support animation.

Which sizes are included in the output ICO?

Four standard sizes are packed into the file: 16x16, 32x32, 48x48, and 64x64 pixels — the most widely supported icon dimensions.

Is my image uploaded to a server?

No. The entire conversion happens inside your browser using the Canvas API and the File API. Your image never leaves your device.

What color depth does the output ICO use?

The tool generates 32-bit RGBA bitmaps, which support full color and transparency (alpha channel).

Can I use the output as a favicon.ico?

Yes. Rename the downloaded file to favicon.ico and place it in your web root. All modern browsers and web servers recognize multi-resolution ICO files.

What if my GIF has a transparent background?

Transparency is preserved. The 32-bit ICO format stores an alpha channel, so transparent areas remain transparent in the icon.

GIF to ICO Converter

Name: GIF to ICO Converter
Availability: InStock
Author: Nham Vu

Upload a GIF and instantly download a multi-size .ico file (16, 32, 48, 64 px) — no server, no account needed.

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Summary

Upload a GIF and instantly download a multi-size .ico file (16, 32, 48, 64 px) — no server, no account needed.

How it works

Click "Choose GIF File" and select any .gif image from your device.
The tool renders the first frame of the GIF onto four Canvas elements at 16x16, 32x32, 48x48, and 64x64 pixels.
Each canvas is read as raw RGBA pixel data and encoded as a 32-bit BMP bitmap.
A valid ICO file header is assembled in memory, referencing all four bitmap images.
The finished .ico binary is offered as an instant browser download — no upload, no server.

Use cases

Create a multi-resolution favicon.ico from an animated GIF logo.
Package a GIF artwork as a Windows desktop or taskbar icon.
Convert a GIF to ICO for use in Electron or desktop application projects.
Produce a quick icon asset without installing Photoshop or GIMP.
Generate multiple icon sizes from a single source GIF in one step.
Prepare icons for browser extension manifests that require .ico format.

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Last updated: 2026-05-29 · Reviewed by Nham Vu