Convert TIFF to ICO
Free TIFF to ICO converter. Keeps transparency. No signup, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
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How to convert TIFF to ICO
Quick answer: To convert TIFF to ICO: upload your TIFF file, choose ICO as the output format, click Convert and download the result. It takes a few seconds, needs no account, and your files are deleted from the server after 1 hour.
- Upload your TIFF file by clicking the upload area, dragging it in, or pasting an image URL.
- Select ICO as the output format.
- Click Convert and wait a few seconds.
- Download your ICO file, or download several files at once as a ZIP.
What changes when you convert TIFF to ICO
- Both formats support transparency, so see-through areas stay transparent.
- Neither format throws away detail in this conversion, so the pixels are preserved.
- Photos usually get smaller when saved as ICO.
- The icon file contains several sizes (from 16 to 256 px) so it works as a favicon and as a Windows icon.
TIFF vs ICO at a glance
| Feature | TIFF | ICO |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) | ICO (Windows Icon) |
| Introduced | 1986 | 1985 |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No | No |
| Best for | Scanning, archiving and professional printing | Website favicons and Windows app icons |
| Compatibility | Common in print, scanning and photography software; most browsers except Safari cannot display it. | Used for favicons and Windows icons; most photo viewers do not open it. |
When to choose ICO instead of TIFF
Choose ICO for website favicons and Windows app icons. Its main limit: it only suits small icon sizes.
Stay with TIFF if you need scanning, archiving and professional printing.
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TIFF to ICO FAQ
How do I convert TIFF to ICO?
Upload your TIFF file, select ICO as the output format and click Convert. When it finishes, download the ICO file. No software or account is needed, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
Does converting TIFF to ICO reduce quality?
No. Both formats keep the full pixel data, so the converted image looks identical.
Is transparency kept when converting TIFF to ICO?
Yes. Both TIFF and ICO support transparency, so see-through areas are preserved.
Will the ICO file be smaller than the TIFF?
For photos, usually yes. ICO compresses images more efficiently than TIFF.
Where can I open a ICO file?
Used for favicons and Windows icons; most photo viewers do not open it.
Is it free and safe to convert TIFF to ICO here?
Yes. It is free for up to 20 files per day and 100 MB per file, with no sign-up. Files are processed on our server, never shared, and deleted automatically after 1 hour.
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