SVG to CSS Converter

Utility Tools

Convert SVG code to CSS background-image data URIs. Embed SVG directly in your stylesheets without external files or extra HTTP requests.

SVG Input

Encoding Method

CSS Output

CSS background-image value will appear here...

Tips for Best Results

  • •Remove unnecessary attributes like id, class, and editor metadata
  • •Optimize SVG with tools like SVGO before converting
  • •Use currentColor as fill/stroke to inherit text color from CSS
  • •URL encoding is recommended for best browser compatibility
  • •Base64 increases file size by ~33% but works everywhere

Multiple Encodings

Choose between URL encoding for best compatibility or Base64 for universal support.

Reduced Requests

Inline SVGs eliminate HTTP requests, improving initial page load performance.

Ready-to-Use CSS

Get complete CSS with background-image property, ready to paste into your stylesheet.

When to Use Inline SVG

Good Use Cases

  • • Small icons and UI elements
  • • Background patterns and decorations
  • • CSS-only components (no HTML access)
  • • Reducing HTTP requests for critical assets
  • • SVGs that need CSS variable colors

Consider Alternatives

  • • Large, complex SVGs (file size grows ~33% with Base64)
  • • SVGs needing JavaScript interaction
  • • Frequently reused images (caching benefits lost)
  • • SVGs requiring accessibility features
  • • Animations with SMIL or CSS keyframes

Encoding Methods Compared

Method File Size Compatibility Best For
URL Encoded Smallest Modern browsers Most use cases
Base64 ~33% larger All browsers Legacy support
Minimal Encoding Smallest Modern browsers Size-critical apps

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