What is SVG to CSS?
This converter turns raw SVG markup into an optimized, URL-encoded CSS background-image data URI. Paste your SVG, and it produces a background-image rule you can drop into any stylesheet — no separate file or Base64 bloat needed.
How SVG to CSS works
Inline SVG can be embedded directly in CSS as url("data:image/svg+xml,..."). URL-encoding (rather than Base64) keeps the result small and human-readable.
The tool collapses whitespace, switches double quotes to single quotes, and percent-encodes the characters that browsers require.
Common uses
- Embed SVG icons in CSS without extra files
- Use SVG as a background-image
- Avoid an extra HTTP request for small graphics
- Keep code smaller than Base64 encoding
Frequently asked questions
Why URL-encode instead of Base64?
URL-encoded SVG is usually smaller than Base64 and stays readable, which is ideal for inline CSS.
Where do I paste the result?
Into any CSS rule's background-image, or a style attribute.
My SVG breaks — why?
Make sure it includes the xmlns attribute and valid markup; the tool handles encoding but the SVG itself must be valid.