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    HEIC to JPG Converter

    Convert Apple HEIC/HEIF photos to JPG or PNG. Free, private, no upload. Everything happens in your browser.

    Free to use. Runs in your browser.

    HEIC is Apple's default photo format. This tool converts HEIC files to JPG or PNG so they work everywhere. No data ever leaves your device.

    Drop HEIC files or click to upload

    Supports .heic and .heif. Batch upload supported

    Why Your iPhone Photos Don't Open on Windows

    Since iOS 11 (2017), iPhones save photos as HEIC by default. HEIC files are roughly 50% smaller than JPG at the same quality, great for phone storage, terrible for compatibility. Windows can't open HEIC without a separate codec. Many websites reject them. Older Android devices choke on them.

    This converter turns HEIC files into universally compatible JPGs. Everything runs in your browser, your photos never leave your device. Free to use, with no watermarks.

    HEIC vs JPG: What You're Trading

    FeatureHEICJPG
    File size~2 MB per photo~4 MB per photo
    QualityExcellent (10-bit colour)Very good (8-bit colour)
    TransparencySupportedNot supported
    Multiple imagesCan store burst shots + Live PhotosOne image per file
    Device supportApple + modern Android + ChromeLiterally everything
    Editing softwareLimited (Lightroom, recent Photoshop)Everything supports JPG

    What this means for you: When you convert HEIC to JPG, files get about 2× larger and you lose 10-bit colour depth. For most purposes (sharing, printing, uploading), this quality difference is invisible. The compatibility gain is worth it.

    Three Ways to Stop the HEIC Problem

    1

    Convert when needed (this tool)

    Keep shooting HEIC (saves phone storage) and convert individual photos when you need to share them. Best approach if you take lots of photos but only share a few.

    2

    Switch iPhone to JPG mode

    Settings → Camera → Formats → Most Compatible. Your phone will save JPGs from now on. Files are larger but you'll never have a compatibility issue again. Trade-off: your phone fills up faster.

    3

    Use automatic transfer conversion

    Settings → Photos → Transfer to Mac or PC → Automatic. This converts HEIC to JPG automatically when you transfer via USB. Photos stay as HEIC on the phone (saves space) but arrive as JPG on your computer.

    Where HEIC Files Get Rejected

    These platforms don't accept HEIC uploads (as of 2026), convert to JPG first:

    WordPress: media library rejects HEIC
    Shopify: product images must be JPG/PNG
    eBay: listing photos don't accept HEIC
    Most job portals: CV photo uploads reject HEIC
    Many email clients: HEIC thumbnails don't preview
    Print services: photo printers expect JPG or TIFF

    After Converting: What Next?

    • Compress the JPGs if they're too large for email or upload limits. You can often halve the file size with no visible quality loss.
    • Remove metadata if you're sharing publicly. iPhone photos contain GPS coordinates, camera model, and date/time in their EXIF data.
    • Convert to WebP if the photos are for a website. WebP is 30% smaller than JPG and supported by all modern browsers.
    • Combine into a PDF if you need to send multiple photos as a single document (receipts, property photos, documentation).

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    How to use this tool

    1

    Drop or select one or more HEIC/HEIF files

    2

    Choose output format (JPG or PNG) and quality

    3

    Click Convert and download your files

    Common uses

    • Converting iPhone photos to JPG so they open on Windows or Android
    • Preparing HEIC images for upload to websites that only accept JPG
    • Batch-converting holiday photos before sharing via email or USB
    • Converting HEIF files to PNG for lossless editing in design tools
    • Making Apple photos compatible with older software or printers

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is a HEIC file?
    HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is the default photo format on iPhones and iPads since iOS 11. It uses HEVC compression to produce files roughly half the size of equivalent JPGs.
    Why can't I open HEIC files on Windows?
    Windows doesn't natively support HEIC without installing the 'HEIF Image Extensions' from the Microsoft Store. Converting to JPG is often quicker than installing the codec.
    Are my photos uploaded to a server?
    No. All conversion happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your photos never leave your device, important for personal photos and documents.
    Can I convert multiple files at once?
    Yes. Drop or select multiple HEIC files and they'll all be converted in sequence. You can download them individually or as a single ZIP file.
    Does converting to JPG lose quality?
    JPG uses lossy compression, but at the default 92% quality setting the difference is invisible to the human eye. Choose PNG output for lossless, pixel-perfect conversion.
    How do I stop my iPhone saving HEIC?
    Go to Settings → Camera → Formats → Most Compatible. This switches your iPhone to save photos as JPG instead of HEIC. Files will be larger but work everywhere.
    What is the difference between HEIC and HEIF?
    HEIF is the container format; HEIC is HEIF using HEVC compression. In practice, they're interchangeable, both .heic and .heif files are handled by this converter.
    Can Android phones open HEIC files?
    Android 10+ can open HEIC files natively. Older Android versions need a third-party app or you can convert to JPG with this tool.
    Should I choose JPG or PNG output?
    Choose JPG for photos, smaller files, universal compatibility. Choose PNG for screenshots, documents, or images you plan to edit further, as PNG preserves every pixel.
    Why are HEIC files smaller than JPG?
    HEIC uses HEVC (H.265) compression, which is far more efficient than JPG's JPEG compression from 1992. The same photo typically takes half the space in HEIC with identical visual quality.
    Does this work in Safari?
    Yes. Safari on macOS has native HEIC support, so conversion is fast and reliable. Chrome and Firefox use a JavaScript fallback library (heic2any) which also works well.
    Can I convert HEIC photos with Live Photo data?
    This tool converts the still image portion of a HEIC file. The Live Photo video component is separate and won't be included in the JPG/PNG output.

    Results are for general informational purposes only and should be checked before use. They are not professional advice. See our Disclaimer and Terms of Service.