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Why convert MAC to ICO?
Fast
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Secure
Files are automatically deleted after 1 hour.
Quality preserved
Maximum quality preserved during conversion.
About the MAC format
MAC — MacPaint Image
MAC is the native bitmap format of MacPaint, Apple's original paint application bundled with the first Macintosh in 1984. MacPaint files are monochrome (black and white) 576×720 pixel images that represent one of the earliest consumer bitmap graphics formats in computing history.
Common uses
- Recovering early Macintosh MacPaint artwork
- Historical computing and art preservation
- Converting classic Mac graphics to modern formats
- Computing history archive projects
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
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Frequently asked questions
How do I convert MAC to ICO?
Upload your MAC file above, choose ICO as the output format, then click Convert. Your ICO file is ready to download in seconds — nothing to install, and it works in your browser.
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.
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