Vectors become pixels
Self-contained static shapes only. Convert text to paths; scripts, images and external resources are not supported.
Convert SVG to ICO
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- No upload
- Private by design
What happens when you convert SVG to ICO?
Icon packaging
Creates one square icon. The image is fitted inside it without stretching.
Encoding mode
ICO compression depends on the embedded image payload. Multiple sizes are alternatives, not animation frames; transparency handling differs between old masks and alpha-capable images. The output uses the implemented still-image encoder; file size depends on the pixels and format.
SVG
Source
SVG
Scalable Vector Graphics
Compression: Not a pixel codecTransparency: YesMetadata: XML metadata, title, desc
XML-based vector graphics with shapes, text and optional animation. Raster export chooses a specific pixel resolution.
Explore SVG format →ICO
Target
ICO
Windows Icon
Compression: Depends on variantTransparency: YesMetadata: Image dimensions, Colour depth
An icon resource containing several raster sizes and colour depths, with masks or alpha for transparency.
Explore ICO format →Is SVG → ICO right for you?
Good choice when
- ICO fits your delivery use: Application icons & favicons.
- You need a fixed-resolution raster asset.
- You need an icon resource for a compatible application.
- You need a transparency-capable destination and will check its supported variant.
Probably not when
- You need editable paths, text or resolution-independent scaling.
- You need automatic icon design or guaranteed multi-size packaging.
- You assume format-level alpha support guarantees matching transparent edges.
- You need a guaranteed output file size or archival pixel equality. Encoder settings do not guarantee either.
SVG to ICO conversion details
- Vectors become pixels
- Self-contained static shapes only. Convert text to paths; scripts, images and external resources are not supported.
- Icon packaging
- Creates one square icon. The image is fitted inside it without stretching.
- Transparency representation
- The implemented target supports alpha. Display-pixel processing can round translucent samples; archival sample equality is not promised.
- Encoding mode
- ICO compression depends on the embedded image payload. Multiple sizes are alternatives, not animation frames; transparency handling differs between old masks and alpha-capable images. The output uses the implemented still-image encoder; file size depends on the pixels and format.
- Sample precision & colour
- Pixel conversion only. Original EXIF, GPS, XMP and ICC profiles are not copied; processing uses 8-bit display pixels.
- Metadata & colour
- Pixel conversion only. Original EXIF, GPS, XMP and ICC profiles are not copied; processing uses 8-bit display pixels.
- Compression
- SVG: Not a pixel codec → ICO: Depends on variant SVG: SVG describes geometry rather than using a lossy/lossless pixel codec. XML can be compressed for transport, but rasterization is a separate operation that fixes resolution and can discard editability. ICO: ICO compression depends on the embedded image payload. Multiple sizes are alternatives, not animation frames; transparency handling differs between old masks and alpha-capable images.
- Transparency
- Transparency is replaced with white by default. Change the background in Advanced options.
- Animation
- Still image output. Animated files use only the first frame; animation is not preserved.
- Multiple images
- ICO: Alternative icon sizes
- Vector graphics
- SVG: Paths, shapes & text
- Dimensions
- Creates one square icon. The image is fitted inside it without stretching.
- Metadata
- Pixel conversion only. Original EXIF, GPS, XMP and ICC profiles are not copied; processing uses 8-bit display pixels.
Common questions
Will ICO remain scalable vector artwork?
Self-contained static shapes only. Convert text to paths; scripts, images and external resources are not supported.
Will ICO automatically create all icon sizes?
Creates one square icon. The image is fitted inside it without stretching.
Which compression mode will ICO use?
ICO compression depends on the embedded image payload. Multiple sizes are alternatives, not animation frames; transparency handling differs between old masks and alpha-capable images. The output uses the implemented still-image encoder; file size depends on the pixels and format.
Are bit depth and colour values guaranteed to match?
Pixel conversion only. Original EXIF, GPS, XMP and ICC profiles are not copied; processing uses 8-bit display pixels.
Will metadata and colour profiles be retained?
Pixel conversion only. Original EXIF, GPS, XMP and ICC profiles are not copied; processing uses 8-bit display pixels.