HEIC to JPG Converter — Free, No Upload
Turn iPhone HEIC photos into universally compatible JPG or PNG — privately, in your browser.
100% in your browser — files never uploaded
100% in your browser — files never uploaded
Why iPhone photos are HEIC and why JPG is needed
Since iOS 11, iPhones save photos in HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container), which stores the same quality as JPG at roughly half the file size. The catch: Windows, Android, many websites, government portals and older software either cannot open HEIC or require paid codecs. Converting to JPG makes the photo universally compatible — every device, browser, form upload and printing service made in the last 25 years accepts JPG.
How this converter works without uploading your photos
The conversion runs entirely in your browser using a JavaScript HEIC decoder loaded on demand. Your photo is decoded to raw pixels on your own device and re-encoded as JPG or PNG locally — it is never transmitted to a server. That matters for HEIC files specifically, because iPhone photos commonly contain location metadata and personal content. A progress bar tracks each file in batch mode, and failed files are reported individually without stopping the rest.
JPG or PNG — which output to choose
Choose JPG for photographs: it is the smallest universally supported format, and the quality slider (default 90%) lets you trade size against fidelity. Choose PNG when you need lossless output or plan further editing — files will be larger but pixel-perfect. Free conversion covers up to 3 files per batch; batches up to 20 files with one-click ZIP download are Pro features.
Frequently asked questions
Why won't my HEIC photo open on Windows?
Windows needs the paid HEVC Video Extensions codec to open HEIC files natively. Converting the photo to JPG removes the requirement entirely — JPG opens everywhere with no extra software.
Does converting HEIC to JPG lose quality?
Slightly, since JPG is a lossy format — but at the default 90% quality the difference is invisible for normal viewing and printing. Choose PNG output if you need a mathematically lossless copy.
Are my photos uploaded during conversion?
No. The decoder runs in your browser and photos never leave your device. This is the safest way to convert personal iPhone photos, which often contain GPS location data.
Can I convert multiple HEIC files at once?
Yes — up to 3 files free in one batch with the same settings. Pro unlocks batches of up to 20 files and a single ZIP download of all results.
How do I stop my iPhone from taking HEIC photos?
Go to Settings → Camera → Formats and choose 'Most Compatible'. The iPhone will then shoot JPG directly, at the cost of roughly double the storage per photo.
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Data verified: 2026-06-11 · All processing happens in your browser — no files are ever uploaded.