Convert XCF to ICO online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. ICO is lossless and ideal for website favicons and Windows app icons. 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 XCF to ICO
- 1Upload your XCF file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your XCF file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to ICO
ICO is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your ICO file
Your ICO file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
XCF vs ICO
| XCF | ICO | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | GIMP Image | Icon |
| Type | Raster image | Raster image |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Best for | editing in GIMP; exported to PNG/JPG for sharing | website favicons and Windows app icons |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting XCF to ICO lose quality?
No. Both XCF and ICO are lossless, so every detail is preserved exactly — the conversion is visually and mathematically identical to the original.
What's the difference between XCF and ICO?
GIMP Image (XCF) is lossless and best for editing in GIMP; exported to PNG/JPG for sharing. Icon (ICO) is lossless and best for website favicons and Windows app icons. Convert XCF to ICO when you need a raster image for website favicons and Windows app icons.
Is the XCF to ICO converter free?
Yes — converting XCF to ICO 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 XCF 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 XCF to ICO 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 XCF to ICO?
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 XCF files to?
Besides ICO, you can convert XCF to AVIF, BMP, GIF, JPG, PDF, PNG and more — see the full list of XCF conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026