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Convert your ICO file to GIF

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Convert image files with our easy-to-use and free tool. Our tool lets you upload a ICO (Icon) file and, from this, create a new image saved in the GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) format that you can then download and edit within image file editors or use for high-definition printing applications. Our conversion tool can also batch convert multiple ICO image files; up to 25 files at a time can be converted.

Along with converting ICO image files to GIF, our tool allows you to also adjust the image with some simple effects, such as applying a grayscale filter to the image. These additional options are available within the Options tab. Along with grayscale, you can also mirror or flip the image if needed. For single ICO file uploads, you will also see options to resize and rotate your image.

How to Convert your ICO to GIF Online?

Here are two simple steps to convert your ICO to GIF.

Upload a ICO

Click the "Upload a ICO File" button and select a ICO to upload. The maximum file size is 100MB.

Download your GIF

Click the download link once completed to receive your GIF file.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I convert my ICO file to GIF?

First click the "Upload..." button, select your ICO file to upload. Select any configuration options. When the ICO to GIF conversion has completed, you can download your GIF file straight away.

How long does it take to convert my ICO to GIF?

We aim to process all ICO to GIF conversions as quickly as possible, this usually takes around 5 seconds but can be more for larger more complex files so please be patient.

How accurate is the ICO to GIF conversion?

We aim to create the most accurate conversions with our tools. Our tools are under constant development with new features and improvements being added every week.

Is it safe to convert my ICO to GIF on ImageToStl.com?

Yes, of course! We do not store the ICO file you submit to us. The resulting GIF file, once created is deleted 15 minutes after upload and the download link will expire after this time.

Can I convert my ICO to GIF on Windows, Linux, Android, iOS or Mac OS?

Yes! Our ICO to GIF tool will run on any system with a modern web browser. No specialist software is needed to run any of our conversion tools.

What if I am using an Ad Blocker, will that affect things?

Yes. Although you can use an Ad Blocker, if you like our ICO conversion tool please consider white-listing our site. When an Ad Blocker is enabled there are some conversion limits on some of our tools and processing/conversion times will be longer.

I have several ICO files; can I batch convert my ICO to GIF?

Yes! Our ICO tool supports full batch conversions. You can upload up to 25 and ICO files at a time. Our tool will convert them all as quickly as possible. Once completed, you can either download the GIF files individually or download them all in a single ZIP file.

Comparing ICO and GIF Features

 

ICO Features

  • Supports Lossy Compression
  • Supports Non Lossy Compression
  • Supports Transparency
  • Supports Color Palettes
  • Supports Monochrome (1-Bit)
  • Supports 16 Colors (4-Bit)
  • Supports 256 Colors (8-Bit)
  • Supports 16 Million Colors (24-Bit)

GIF Features

  • Supports Lossy Compression
  • Supports Non Lossy Compression
  • Supports Transparency
  • Supports Color Palettes
  • Supports Monochrome (1-Bit)
  • Supports 16 Colors (4-Bit)
  • Supports 256 Colors (8-Bit)
  • Supports 16 Million Colors (24-Bit)

File Format Information for ICO to GIF

ExtensionICO
Full NameIcon
TypeImage
Mime Typeimage/x-icon
FormatBinary
ToolsICO Converters, Create Cookie Cutter, ICO Viewer

Description

The ICO file is an image format that started life on Microsoft Windows 1.0 and was used exclusively for storing image icons used by the operating system. Back then, ICO files were limited in size to 32x32 pixels with only two colors. With subsequent versions of Windows, the format has been amended and upgraded to support larger images with more colors.

Although the initial ICO format was not compressed due to their already small sizes (and limited computing power to decompress them in real-time), as the size of image icons has increased over the years, Microsoft recommends that for larger icon files, PNG compression be used for storing the raster data.

ExtensionGIF
Full NameGraphics Interchange Format
TypeImage
Mime Typeimage/gif
FormatBinary
ToolsGIF Converters, Create Cookie Cutter, GIF Viewer
Open WithPaint.NET

Description

GIF files have been around since the mid-to-late 1980's and were introduced by CompuServe as a way to compress color images into small file sizes suitable for downloading, at which time most download speeds were limited. The format allows varying-size color palettes of up to 256 colors in total to be defined from a palette of 16 million colors.

Later on, the ability to add animations to the GIF file format was added. GIF files became a popular image file format for the early internet due to their small size, large color palette, and animation capabilities, and they are still popular today.

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