GIF to ICO Converter

Convert GIF images to ICO icons with smart frame selection, multiple sizes, and transparency preservation for web and desktop use.

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Supports GIF files up to 10MB (including animated)
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How to Convert GIF to ICO

  1. Upload your GIF image using drag & drop or the file browser.
  2. Select which frame to use for animated GIFs (first, last, best quality, or custom).
  3. Choose the icon sizes you need (16×16, 32×32, 48×48, etc.).
  4. Adjust quality settings and enable transparency preservation if needed.
  5. Click "Convert to ICO" and download your icon file.

Frame Selection Guide

First Frame

Uses the first frame of the GIF, often the "starting" or "default" state of the animation.

Last Frame

Uses the final frame, useful when the animation ends on the most complete or relevant image.

Best Quality

Automatically detects the most visually representative frame from your animated GIF.

About GIF to ICO Conversion

GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) supports both static images and animations with up to 256 colors and transparency. When converting to ICO, our tool extracts a single frame from animated GIFs to create your icon.

ICO files can contain multiple sizes bundled together, ensuring your icon looks crisp at any display size. This is perfect for website favicons, Windows application icons, and desktop shortcuts.

Pro tip: For best results with animated GIFs, use the "Best Quality" frame option to automatically select the clearest, most representative frame.

Frequently Asked Questions

No, ICO files don't support animation. Our converter extracts a single frame (first, last, best quality, or custom) from your animated GIF to create a static icon. Choose the frame that best represents your animation.

Yes! When "Preserve transparency" is enabled and 32-bit color depth is selected, the converter maintains the transparent areas from your GIF in the resulting ICO file.

This option analyzes your animated GIF and automatically selects the frame with the most visual detail and clarity. It's particularly useful for animations where the middle frames contain the most complete image.

For favicons, use the "Favicon" preset which includes 16×16, 32×32, and 48×48. These sizes cover browser tabs, bookmarks, and shortcuts across all modern browsers.