How to use PNG to ICO
- Add your PNG images. Drag them into the box above, or tap Select images. Add as many as you like.
- Choose your settings. Pick the sizes you need.
- Convert and download. Press Convert. One image downloads directly; several download together as a ZIP.
Why convert PNG to ICO?
Browsers show a site's favicon in tabs, bookmarks and search results. An ICO file can hold several sizes in one file, so it looks sharp everywhere.
PNG vs ICO
| PNG | ICO | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Contains PNG images |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No (APNG aside) | No |
| Best for | Screenshots, logos, text and graphics | Website favicons and Windows icons |
| Support | Everywhere | Browsers and Windows |
How to add a favicon to your website
- Upload
favicon.icoto the root folder of your site, so it's athttps://yoursite.com/favicon.ico. - Add this line inside your page's
<head>:<link rel="icon" href="/favicon.ico" sizes="any"> - Clear your browser cache to see the new icon. Search engines may take days or weeks to update.
Start from a simple, square design. Fine detail disappears at 16×16 pixels.
Private by design
Your images are processed entirely in your browser on your own device. Nothing is uploaded to PDFWisely, so there's nothing for us to store, view or delete.
Frequently asked questions
Is PNG to ICO conversion free?
Yes. No sign-up, no watermark and no limit on the number of images.
Are my images uploaded?
No. Your images are converted inside your browser and never leave your device.
Can I convert many images at once?
Yes. Add as many as you like; they download together as a ZIP file.
Which favicon sizes do I need?
16×16 and 32×32 for browser tabs, 48×48 for Windows, and 256×256 for high-resolution displays. The default selection covers all of these.