Image converter
JPG to ICO Converter
Create a favicon or Windows icon from a JPG image, with the sizes you choose packed into one .ico file.
Setting up a website icon? The Favicon Generator makes favicon.ico plus the Apple touch icon, Android icons and the HTML tags in one download.
What happens when you convert JPG to ICO
The JPG is resized into each icon size you select and stored in a single .ico file.
JPG has no transparency, so the icon keeps the JPG’s background. Non-square photos are centred on a transparent square.
JPG vs ICO
| Format | Transparency | Compression | Animation | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JPG | No | Lossy | No | Photos, and sharing anywhere: every device and app opens JPG. |
| ICO | Yes | Lossless | No | Website favicons and Windows icons; one file holds several sizes. |
When to convert JPG to ICO
- You only have your logo as a JPG and need a favicon.
- Making a desktop icon from a photo.
- Platforms that require an .ico file.
Tips for the best result
- Crop the JPG to a square around the main subject first for the best result.
- If you have the logo as PNG with a transparent background, use PNG to ICO instead.
Frequently asked questions
Can a JPG favicon have a transparent background?
Not from the JPG itself, which has no transparency. Use a PNG with a transparent background for that.
Which sizes should I choose?
16, 32 and 48 px for a website favicon; add 256 px for a desktop icon.
Will the icon look blurry?
Small sizes cannot show fine detail. A simple, high-contrast image works best at 16 px.
Is my image uploaded?
No. It is converted in your browser.
Last reviewed 2 October 2026. This converter runs in your browser; your images are never uploaded or stored.