ICO to BMP Converter
Instantly extract and convert your ICO (icon) files into the high-quality, uncompressed BMP format.
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How to Convert ICO to BMP
Take the picture out of an .ico icon file and save it as a BMP image.
Upload Your ICO
Click the upload box or drag in your ICO file.
Convert
The tool turns your ICO into a BMP in a few seconds.
Download the BMP
Check the preview and download your new BMP file.
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ICO
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Works
In your browser
Devices
Phone & computer
Price
100% free
Watermark
None
ICO vs BMP: What Changes?
ICO is the icon format used for website icons (favicons) and Windows icons. One .ico file can hold several icon sizes. Converting to BMP gives you a plain, uncompressed picture that old programs and devices can read.
| ICO | BMP | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Favicons & Windows icons | Old Windows programs & devices |
| File size | Tiny | Very large |
| See-through background | Yes | No |
| Animation | No | No |
| Opens on | Browsers, Windows, icon editors | Windows & most image apps |
When to Convert ICO to BMP
Common reasons people change ICO files to BMP.
Website Favicons
The small icon in a browser tab is usually an .ico file.
Windows Icons
Programs, shortcuts and folders on Windows use .ico icons.
Printers & Machines
Some printers, sign makers and embroidery software ask for BMP.
Small Screens & Projects
Simple displays and electronics projects often read plain BMP files.
Tips for Converting ICO to BMP
- An .ico file can hold several sizes — the tool uses the biggest, sharpest one.
- BMP files are big — only use BMP when a program or device asks for it.
- Need a small file to share? Choose JPG or PNG instead.
- Transparent areas are filled with white, because BMP can't be see-through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about converting ICO to BMP.
Upload your ICO file, let the tool convert it and click download. It takes a few seconds and it's free.
The conversion happens right in your browser, so your image never leaves your device. No sign-up and no watermark.
No. BMP keeps every pixel of the picture.
It becomes white, because BMP can't be see-through. Choose PNG if you need to keep transparency.
Small — icons are tiny pictures, so the BMP file is small too.
BMP saves every pixel without any compression. That makes files much bigger than JPG or PNG, but some old programs and devices need exactly that.
The tool uses the largest picture inside the icon file, so you get the sharpest result.
This tool converts one picture at a time, so you can check each result before downloading.
Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android, iPhone, iPad, Windows and Mac.
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