What happens when you convert TIFF to ICO
| Compression | Lossless → Lossless |
|---|---|
| Transparency | Kept |
| Sizes | 16, 32 and 48 px by default, up to 256 px, in one .ico file |
| Metadata | EXIF, GPS location and camera data are not copied to the new file |
| Opens in | Windows and every browser (as a favicon) |
Sizes are typical values; your files will vary with content and settings.
TIFF Tagged Image File Format
TIFF is a flexible format used by scanners, publishers and photographers. It can hold uncompressed or losslessly compressed pixels, multiple pages and high bit depths.
TIFF converterICO Windows Icon
ICO is a container that holds one or more square icon images at different sizes. Browsers use it for favicon.ico and Windows uses it for application and shortcut icons.
ICO converterHow to use the TIFF to ICO Converter
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Click Choose files or drop your TIFF images onto the page.
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Adjust the ICO options if needed. The defaults work well for most images.
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Click Convert, then download each ICO or all of them as a ZIP.
Why convert TIFF to ICO?
TIFF files come from scanners, fax software and print workflows, and a single page can run to tens of megabytes. Files are large and web browsers cannot display TIFF directly. Choose ICO for a website favicon or a Windows shortcut icon.
TIFF to ICO settings
Choose which icon sizes to embed. Non-square images are centred on a transparent square canvas. You can also cap the width and height, which resizes large photos in the same step.
Frequently asked questions
Will the ICO lose quality?
No. Both formats are lossless, so every pixel or sample in your TIFF is kept exactly.
Is transparency kept when converting TIFF to ICO?
Yes. ICO supports transparency, so transparent areas in your TIFF stay transparent.
Questions about privacy, file-size limits or conversion speed are answered in the general FAQ.