SVG to CSS
SVG to CSS
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SVG to CSS
Turn your SVG into CSS code you can paste directly into a stylesheet. No external file needed.
Why embed SVG in CSS?
- No HTTP request - The image is part of your CSS file
- Works as background-image - For buttons, icons, decorative elements
- Easy to maintain - All your icon assets in one stylesheet
URL-encoded vs Base64
We give you both options:
- URL-encoded - Smaller for most SVGs, human-readable if you squint
- Base64 - More compatible with some older tools, but 33% larger
Use URL-encoded unless you have a specific reason to need Base64.
Output example
.icon {
background-image: url("data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg...");
}The limitation
Unlike inline SVG, you can't style CSS background SVGs with your stylesheet. If you need to change colors dynamically, use inline SVG instead. But for fixed icons and decorative elements, CSS backgrounds work great.
Frequently Asked Questions
URL-encoding is usually smaller for SVG. Base64 adds 33% overhead. Use URL-encoding unless you have a specific compatibility requirement.
Yes! That's the main use case. Paste the generated code and your SVG becomes a CSS background.
Not directly. CSS background images can't be styled like inline SVG. You can use CSS filters as a workaround, or create multiple embedded versions.
Yes. Data URI backgrounds work in all modern browsers, including IE11.
It saves an HTTP request, which helps on slow connections. But for large SVGs or SVGs used across many pages, separate cacheable files might be better.