How to Convert HEIC to JPG
- Choose your format — Select JPG for smaller, universally compatible files or PNG for lossless quality. JPG is the right choice for most people.
- Add your photos — Drag and drop HEIC files into the upload area, or click "browse files" to select them from your computer. You can add as many photos as you like.
- Download — Each photo converts automatically. Download them individually or click "Download All" to save the entire batch. The whole process happens in your browser.
What is a HEIC File?
If you've ever tried to open a photo from your iPhone on a Windows computer and got an error message, you've run into a HEIC file. Starting in 2017, Apple changed the default photo format on iPhones from JPG to HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container). While HEIC files take up about half the storage space of JPG files on your phone, they can't be opened by many programs, websites, and older computers.
Why Can't I Open My iPhone Photos?
When you take a photo with your iPhone and try to email it, upload it to a website, or open it on a Windows PC, you might see an error like "This file type is not supported." That's because the photo is saved as a .heic file, which many programs don't recognize yet. The solution is simple: convert it to JPG, the universal photo format that works everywhere.
JPG vs PNG: Which Should I Choose?
For most people, JPG is the best choice. It produces smaller files that are compatible with every device, app, and website. JPG uses 92% quality by default, so your photos will look virtually identical to the originals.
Choose PNG when you need perfect, lossless quality — every pixel is preserved exactly as-is. PNG files are larger but are ideal if you plan to edit the image further or need transparency support.
Supported Formats
.heic
.heif
Both HEIC and HEIF file extensions are supported. These are the formats used by Apple iPhones, iPads, and recent versions of macOS for photos and screenshots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this HEIC converter free?
Yes, completely free. No sign-up, no hidden fees, no watermarks. Convert as many photos as you need.
Are my photos uploaded to a server?
No. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your photos never leave your device. We never see, store, or have access to your files. You could disconnect from the internet and the tool would still work.
How many photos can I convert at once?
You can convert as many photos as you like. Select multiple files at once, or drag and drop a whole batch. There's no hard limit, though very large batches of high-resolution photos may use significant browser memory.
Will the quality be the same?
Yes. JPG conversion uses 92% quality, so your photos will look virtually identical to the originals. If you need perfect, lossless quality, choose PNG — it preserves every pixel exactly as-is (with larger file sizes).
Should I choose JPG or PNG?
Use JPG for everyday sharing — it produces smaller files that work everywhere. Use PNG when you need lossless quality, transparency support, or plan to edit the image further. Most people should use JPG.
What devices does this work on?
This converter works on any device with a modern web browser — Windows, Mac, Chromebook, tablets, and phones. No software to install.
Can I stop my iPhone from taking HEIC photos?
Yes! On your iPhone, go to Settings > Camera > Formats and select "Most Compatible". This will make your iPhone save photos as JPG going forward. But for photos you've already taken in HEIC format, you can convert them right here.