How to use HEIC to PNG or JPG
- Choose a HEIC or HEIF photo.
- Choose PNG or JPG; set quality for JPG.
- Download the converted image.
What this tool does
The HEIC converter turns iPhone HEIC or HEIF photos into PNG or JPG files. JPG is widely accepted by forms and older devices, while PNG is useful when you want a lossless image format.
The conversion library runs client-side in the browser, so the selected photo is processed on your device.
Supported formats and output
- Input
- HEIC or HEIF photos.
- Output
- PNG or JPG image; JPG uses the selected quality.
Practical examples
Upload an iPhone photo
Convert HEIC to JPG before submitting it to a form that lists JPG as the accepted image type.
Keep a lossless copy
Export HEIC to PNG when you need a lossless raster image.
Quality considerations
- Higher JPG quality preserves more detail and creates larger files.
- Keep the original HEIC if you may need the source quality later.
Limitations
- Some very large HEIC photos can exceed browser memory.
- JPG does not support transparency and may not preserve all metadata.
- Conversion cannot improve a blurry or low-light source photo.
Frequently asked questions
Does this require a server?
No. The HEIC conversion library runs in the browser.
Can every browser open HEIC?
This page includes a client-side HEIC converter, but very large photos can still hit browser memory limits.
Troubleshooting
The HEIC file fails to convert.
Try a smaller photo first or use a current desktop browser with more available memory.
The JPG is larger than expected.
Lower the JPG quality setting or resize the image after conversion if the destination allows it.