How to Convert HEIC to JPG
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Convert iPhone HEIC photos to universally compatible JPG or PNG — directly in your browser with no file uploads and no account required.
Try HEIC to JPEGWhy convert HEIC files?
Apple introduced HEIC as the default photo format on iPhone and iPad to save storage space — HEIC files are roughly half the size of equivalent JPEGs. But this comes with a compatibility problem: Windows PCs, most Android devices, and many web platforms don't support HEIC natively.
Converting HEIC to JPG solves this instantly. JPG is supported everywhere — every operating system, browser, email client, social media platform, and photo app. Once converted, you can share, edit, or upload your iPhone photos anywhere without compatibility issues.
Step-by-step: convert HEIC to JPG
Open the HEIC to JPEG converter
Visit the free HEIC to JPEG tool. It runs entirely in your browser using libheif compiled to WebAssembly — no uploads, no installs.
Upload your HEIC files
Drag and drop one or more .heic or .heif files from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Batch conversion is supported — convert multiple photos at once.
Choose output format and quality
Select JPEG (best compatibility, smaller files) or PNG (lossless, larger files). For JPEG, 85–90% quality is visually identical to the original.
Download converted photos
Download individual JPGs or all files as a ZIP archive. The converted files are ready to share on any platform or device.
Pro tips for converting iPhone photos
Use JPEG for sharing, PNG for archiving
JPEG is the right format for email, social media, and web use. PNG is better if you want lossless quality for long-term archiving, but files will be larger.
Batch convert entire camera rolls
Drop all your HEIC photos at once — the tool converts them in parallel. Much faster than converting one by one.
85% JPEG quality is the sweet spot
At 85% quality, JPEG output is visually indistinguishable from the original HEIC. Going higher increases file size with no visible benefit.
HEIC preserves depth maps and Live Photos
When you convert HEIC to JPG, only the main image frame is converted. Live Photo video and depth map data are not included in standard formats.
Your photos never leave your device
The converter uses libheif compiled to WebAssembly, running entirely in your browser. Your personal photos — including faces, locations, and private moments — are never uploaded to any server. Complete privacy, guaranteed.
Frequently asked questions
What is a HEIC file?
HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is Apple's image format used by iPhone and iPad since iOS 11. It uses HEVC compression to store photos at roughly half the file size of JPEG at similar quality. The downside is poor compatibility — Windows, older Android devices, and many web platforms don't support HEIC natively.
Why can't I open HEIC files on my Windows PC?
Windows doesn't include a HEIC codec by default. You can install the Microsoft HEVC Video Extensions from the Microsoft Store (it's free), or just convert the files to JPG for universal compatibility.
Does converting HEIC to JPG reduce quality?
At 85–90% JPEG quality, the conversion is visually lossless — you won't be able to tell the difference. Some metadata (like depth maps for Portrait mode) is stripped, but the visual image is preserved.
Can I convert HEIC files taken in Live Photo mode?
Yes — the tool converts the still image from Live Photos. The video component (.mov) of a Live Photo is separate and not included in the HEIC file itself.
Is there a limit to how many files I can convert?
No — you can convert as many HEIC files as you like. All processing happens in your browser, so there are no server-side limits. Very large batches may take a few seconds on older devices.