Convert ICO to TGA online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. TGA is lossless and ideal for game and 3D textures; converted to PNG for modern use. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
ICO
Icon — A container format for small icons at multiple sizes, used for favicons and app icons.
How to convert ICO to TGA
- 1Upload your ICO file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your ICO file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to TGA
TGA is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your TGA file
Your TGA file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
ICO vs TGA
| ICO | TGA | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Icon | Truevision TGA |
| Type | Raster image | Raster image |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Best for | website favicons and Windows app icons | game and 3D textures; converted to PNG for modern use |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting ICO to TGA lose quality?
No. Both ICO and TGA are lossless, so every detail is preserved exactly — the conversion is visually and mathematically identical to the original.
What's the difference between ICO and TGA?
Icon (ICO) is lossless and best for website favicons and Windows app icons. Truevision TGA (TGA) is lossless and best for game and 3D textures; converted to PNG for modern use. Convert ICO to TGA when you need a raster image for game and 3D textures.
Is the ICO to TGA converter free?
Yes — converting ICO to TGA is completely free. There's no watermark, no sign-up and no email required, and you can convert as many files as you like.
Are my ICO files private and secure?
Yes. Your uploads are encrypted in transit, processed privately, and automatically deleted within 24 hours. We never share, sell or look at your files.
Can I convert ICO to TGA on iPhone, Android, Mac or Windows?
Yes. The converter runs entirely in your browser, so it works on any device — iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Windows or Linux — with nothing to download or install.
How long does it take to convert ICO to TGA?
Most files convert in a few seconds. Larger files take a little longer, and your upload speed is usually the limiting factor. There's no queue and no waiting for an email.
What else can I convert ICO files to?
Besides TGA, you can convert ICO to AVIF, BMP, GIF, JPG, PDF, PNG and more — see the full list of ICO conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026