How to create an ico file?

How to create an ico/png file?

It's very easy! Just follow these tutorial steps.

1. Go to  http://converticon.com
2. Upload your gif, jpeg or png file and press the "Export" button.
3. Select the Export options, like sizes and type of the file to be exported: ico or png.
4. Press the "Save As" button.

That's it! No need to download any software to make the ico file!

How to create an ico

Tips:
If the purpose of the ico file is to be used as a favicon, export it with the 16x16 option selected.
If you want to change the icon on a folder, export it with the 32x32 option.

As an alternative, you can use the http://iconverticons.com/ online tool.