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Why convert ICO to BZ2?
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About the ICO format
ICO — Windows Icon
ICO is the standard icon format for Windows, storing one or more images at different resolutions within a single file. Modern ICO files can contain high-resolution PNG-compressed images alongside traditional BMP frames for compatibility across all Windows versions.
Common uses
- Windows application and file type icons
- Website favicon (favicon.ico)
- Windows shortcut and executable icons
- Cross-resolution icon sets for Windows UI
About the BZ2 format
BZ2 — Bzip2 Compressed File
BZ2 is a single-file compression format using the bzip2 algorithm (Burrows-Wheeler transform + Huffman coding). It consistently achieves 10-15% better compression ratios than gzip for text and source code, making it preferred for bandwidth-sensitive distributions. Like gzip, it compresses only a single file — directories must be bundled with TAR first.
Common uses
- Compressing large text files and source code archives
- Linux package distribution (.deb source packages)
- Scientific data compression
- Bandwidth-sensitive file distribution
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Frequently asked questions
Is the conversion free?
Yes, basic conversion is completely free. For large volumes, check out our paid plans.
What is the maximum file size?
Free accounts can convert files up to 25 MB. Pro accounts up to 100 MB.
How long are my files kept?
Files are automatically deleted after 1 hour on the free plan, 24 hours on Pro.
What formats are supported?
We support over 200 source and target formats. See our complete formats page.