JPG to ICO Converter

JPG to ICO Converter: Core Features and Principles

Need to use a JPG image as a website favicon or desktop icon, but missing a multi-size ICO file? This tool converts your JPG images directly in your browser into ICO icon files containing 16x16, 32x32, 48x48, 64x64, 128x128, and 256x256 pixels. No server uploads are required, ensuring your privacy is protected. Since the JPG format does not support alpha channels (transparency), the converted ICO icon will retain its original rectangular background and will not have transparent areas.

Why Choose Our JPG to ICO Converter?

• All-in-One Multi-Size Bundle: Generate an ICO file containing 6 commonly used sizes at once, ensuring your icon stays crisp in various scenarios without the need for manual resizing.
• Secure Client-Side Processing: Image conversion is handled entirely within your local browser. No data is sent over the network, eliminating any risk of privacy leaks.
• Fast and Easy to Use: Simply select a JPG image to instantly download your ICO file. No software installation or complex configurations are required.

How to Use

1. Click the upload area or drag and drop your JPG image into the tool.
2. The tool will automatically read the image and select all 6 sizes by default (you can uncheck specific sizes as needed).
3. Click the "Generate ICO" button, and the system will instantly build the ICO file in your browser.
4. Once generated, click the download link to save the ICO icon containing your selected sizes to your device.

Input Format: Only supports JPG (.jpg, .jpeg) formats. We recommend using a square image for the best results. The file size should not exceed 10MB.

Output Result: A single .ico file containing the multiple image sizes you selected. For example, if you upload an 800x800 JPG photo and check all sizes, the generated ICO will contain 6 bitmap sizes: 16x16, 32x32, 48x48, 64x64, 128x128, and 256x256. This can be used directly as a website favicon or desktop application icon.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Why doesn't the converted ICO icon have a transparent background?
  Because the JPG format does not support an alpha channel, the converted ICO will automatically be filled with a rectangular background and will not have transparency. If you need a transparent ICO, please use a PNG image for conversion.
• What sizes can the generated ICO file contain, and can I customize them?
  The tool provides six standard sizes by default: 16, 32, 48, 64, 128, and 256 pixels. You can check or uncheck these sizes based on your needs, but you cannot enter custom dimensions.

Important Notes

Please ensure the JPG image you want to convert poses no security risks. The conversion process takes place entirely locally in your browser and is not uploaded to any server. The generated ICO file retains the original image colors and rectangular background, and does not support transparency. If the image is too large, your browser may lag; we recommend keeping the image width or height under 4000 pixels. If the selected sizes have a different aspect ratio than the original image, the ICO will automatically stretch to fit, which may cause slight distortion. Using a square original image is highly recommended.

Technical Notes & Best Practices

An ICO file is essentially a container for multiple BMP or PNG sub-images. After decoding the image data from the JPG, this tool scales each selected size, encapsulates it into a BMP data block, and finally assembles it into a binary file that complies with the Microsoft Icon format. For proper display in Windows File Explorer, we recommend including at least the 48x48 and 256x256 sizes. If used for a website favicon, it is recommended to include both 16x16 and 32x32 sizes. Since no additional color compression is introduced, there is minimal loss in icon quality.