🚀 How to Use PyInstaller Icon Converter
1
Upload Your Image for PyInstaller Icon
Drag your PNG or JPG logo to the area above, or click to select file. For best PyInstaller icon quality,
use at least 256×256 pixel square images.
2
Choose PyInstaller Icon Format
• Windows users select .ico format for PyInstaller
• macOS users select .icns format for PyInstaller
3
Use PyInstaller Icon in Your Python App
Download the converted PyInstaller icon file, then use the appropriate command:
🪟 Windows PyInstaller Icon Commands
📁 Normal PyInstaller packaging (creates
folder):
pyinstaller your_script.py --icon=your_icon.ico
📦 Single-file PyInstaller packaging
(recommended):
pyinstaller your_script.py --onefile --icon=your_icon.ico
🍎 macOS PyInstaller Icon Commands
📁 Normal PyInstaller packaging (creates .app
folder):
pyinstaller your_script.py --icon=your_icon.icns
📦 Single-file PyInstaller packaging
(recommended):
pyinstaller your_script.py --onefile --icon=your_icon.icns
❓ PyInstaller Icon FAQ
Why doesn't my PyInstaller icon show up?
Common PyInstaller icon issues:
1. Wrong icon format - Use our PyInstaller icon converter to generate correct
.ico/.icns formats
2. Incorrect file path - Ensure the PyInstaller icon path is correct
3. Permission issues - Check PyInstaller icon file permissions
4. System cache - Restart or refresh file manager cache
What's the difference between PyInstaller .ico and .icns icons?
• Windows PyInstaller uses .ico format: Multi-size support (16×16 to 256×256),
better compatibility
• macOS PyInstaller uses .icns format: High-resolution display support,
Retina-optimized
• Our PyInstaller icon converter automatically generates multi-size icon files for optimal display
What image size is best for PyInstaller icons?
For PyInstaller icons, use at least 256×256 pixel square images. Supports
PNG, JPG, JPEG formats. PNG recommended for transparent backgrounds in PyInstaller
applications.
Is this PyInstaller icon converter safe and free?
Completely safe and free! All PyInstaller icon conversion happens in your browser -
no files uploaded to servers.
Why do I only see one size when viewing the PyInstaller icon file?
This is normal! PyInstaller icon files contain multiple sizes internally, but most viewers only
display one representative size. Professional tools like IcoFX can show all sizes.