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ICO Icon Extractor

Extract embedded PNG frames and icons from Windows .ico files.

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Windows ICO File Extractor & Converter

Extract the high-resolution PNG layers hidden inside Windows `.ico` files. Convert legacy icon files into standard, usable web images.

Deconstruct Windows Icons

A standard Windows `.ico` file is not a single image; it is a container holding multiple resolutions (e.g., 16px, 32px, 64px, 256px) of the same icon so Windows can scale it natively. If you need to use a Windows icon on a website or in a design mockup, standard image editors often struggle to open them. This tool parses the binary data of the `.ico` file, extracts every individual layer, and allows you to download the highest-resolution version as a standard PNG.

Why Use Our ICO Extractor?

  • Binary Parsing: Extracts all embedded resolutions automatically.
  • PNG Conversion: Converts proprietary Windows formats to web-standard PNGs.
  • Preserves Transparency: Maintains the alpha-channel of the original icon.
  • Offline Capable: Fast, secure client-side extraction.

How to Use the ICO Extractor

1.

Upload a `.ico` file from your computer.

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The tool will list all the different sizes hidden inside the file.

3.

Select the largest resolution (usually 256x256).

4.

Click 'Download as PNG'.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use this to extract icons from .exe files?

No, this tool only extracts image layers from standalone `.ico` files. It does not decompile executable binaries.

Why does my ICO only have one size?

Some poorly generated ICO files only contain a single 16x16 layer instead of the standard multi-layer package.

Privacy Note

All file processing is performed locally in your web browser. We do not upload, store, or view your data.