Convert ICO to SVG
Free, fast and secure — convert ICO to SVG right in your browser.
ICO
SVG
Trace your ICO into a scalable SVG
Converting ICO to SVG redraws your image as crisp vector paths that scale to any size without blurring — ideal for logos, icons and print.
How to convert ICO to SVG
- 1 Drop your ICO file into the converter above.
- 2 It is converted to SVG automatically — no settings to fiddle with.
- 3 Download your new SVG file instantly.
ICO vs SVG
| Feature | ICO | SVG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No | No |
| Type | Raster | Vector |
| MIME type | image/x-icon | image/svg+xml |
| Best for | Website favicons and Windows app icons — usually made from a PNG or SVG. | Logos, icons and illustrations that must stay razor-sharp at every size. |
About the formats
ICO
Icon (ICO)
ICO is the Windows icon format, used for app icons and website favicons. A single ICO file can bundle several sizes so the right one is shown at each scale.
Strengths
- The standard for website favicons
- Bundles multiple sizes in one file
- Supports transparency
Limitations
- Tiny dimensions only
- Not for general photos
- Limited editor support
Best for: Website favicons and Windows app icons — usually made from a PNG or SVG.
SVG
SVG vector
SVG is an XML-based vector format that scales to any size without losing sharpness. It is ideal for logos, icons and illustrations, and can be styled and animated with CSS.
Strengths
- Infinitely scalable, always crisp
- Tiny files for flat graphics
- Editable and styleable as code
Limitations
- Not suitable for photographs
- Complex art can get heavy
- Needs rasterising for some uses
Best for: Logos, icons and illustrations that must stay razor-sharp at every size.
Frequently asked questions
Upload your ICO file above and it is converted to SVG automatically. When it is ready, download your new SVG vector — the whole thing takes just a few seconds in your browser.
Converting ICO to SVG redraws your image as crisp vector paths that scale to any size without blurring — ideal for logos, icons and print.
SVG is a lossless format, so your converted file keeps its full quality with no degradation.
Yes. The converter is free to use, with no watermark and no sign-up required.
Your files are processed securely and are never shared with anyone.