Windows Icon Generator - Create ICO Files

Simply drop an image to generate an ICO file containing standard Windows icon sizes (16×16, 32×32, 48×48, 256×256). Images of 256px or larger are recommended. All processing happens in your browser.

Drop image here

or click to select

Recommended: 256px or larger

What is Windows Icon Generator?

ICO is the Windows icon format that can store multiple sizes in a single file. Explorer uses 16px (small), 32px (medium), 48px (large), and 256px (extra large) icons.

See also: Favicon Generator

How to Use

  1. Drop or select an image of 256px or larger
  2. Check the sizes to include in the ICO
  3. Click 'Download icon.ico'

FAQ

How is this different from the Favicon Generator?
The Windows icon generator focuses on app/folder icons including 256px (extra large). Favicons are centered on small sizes for browser tabs.
How do I use this tool?
Drop or select an image of 256px or larger, check the sizes to include, and click 'Download icon.ico'.
What input image formats are supported?
Browser-displayable formats such as PNG, JPEG, WebP, and GIF are supported. Square images are recommended.
Is my image sent to a server?
No. All processing happens in your browser; no data is sent to any server.
Where can I use the generated ICO file on Windows?
You can use it for Windows app icons, changing shortcut icons, or customizing folder icons.

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Update History

Last Updated: 2026-02-21

  • 2026-02-21 Initial release