Convert iPhone HEIC and HEIF photos to JPG, PNG, or WEBP instantly. All processing happens in your browser — your photos never leave your device.
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Converting HEIC photos...
Turn your iPhone photos into universally compatible formats in three simple steps.
Drag and drop one or more HEIC or HEIF files into the upload area, or click "Choose HEIC Files" to browse. You can add as many photos as you need in a single session, making it easy to process an entire camera roll of iPhone photos at once. The tool accepts both .heic and .heif file extensions.
Select your desired output format: JPG for maximum compatibility, PNG for lossless quality with transparency, or WEBP for the best balance of size and quality. For JPG and WEBP, use the quality slider to fine-tune the output. Higher values preserve more detail, while lower values produce smaller files. The default setting of 0.9 works well for most photos.
Click "Convert All" and watch your HEIC photos transform into your chosen format. Preview each converted image, check the before and after file sizes, and download individual files or use "Download All as ZIP" to grab everything in a single archive. The whole process takes just seconds and your original files are never modified.
The fastest, safest way to make your iPhone photos work everywhere.
There is no premium tier, no usage cap, and no hidden paywall. ConvertKr's HEIC converter is free for everyone, whether you need to convert a single photo or hundreds. We believe essential file tools should be accessible without a subscription.
Unlike most online HEIC converters, your photos never leave your device. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. There is no server involved, no temporary storage, and no risk of your personal photos being seen by anyone else.
Need to convert your entire iPhone photo library? Upload as many HEIC files as you like and convert them all at once. When you are done, the "Download All as ZIP" button packages everything into a single file so you do not have to click through each photo individually.
The built-in quality slider gives you precise control over the output for JPG and WEBP formats. Slide it up for near-original fidelity or bring it down to create lightweight files perfect for email attachments or web publishing.
Convert HEIC photos to JPG for universal compatibility, PNG for lossless quality with transparency, or WEBP for the best balance of file size and visual fidelity. Choose the format that fits your workflow.
Because the converter runs entirely in your web browser, it works on desktops, laptops, tablets, and smartphones alike. There is nothing to install and no operating system requirement. If you can open a modern browser, you can convert HEIC photos.
Everything you need to know about HEIC, why Apple uses it, and how to work with it across all your devices.
HEIC stands for High Efficiency Image Container. It is a file format based on the HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding) standard, also known as H.265. Apple introduced HEIC as the default photo format on iPhones and iPads starting with iOS 11 in 2017. The primary reason is efficiency: HEIC files are approximately 40-50 percent smaller than equivalent JPG files while maintaining the same or better visual quality. For a device like the iPhone that takes thousands of photos, this translates to significant storage savings. A 3 MB JPG photo might be just 1.5 MB as a HEIC file with no visible difference in quality.
HEIF (High Efficiency Image Format) is the broader standard defined by the Moving Picture Experts Group (MPEG). HEIC is a specific implementation of HEIF that uses HEVC compression. In everyday use, the terms are interchangeable — when people say "HEIF file" or "HEIC file," they are referring to the same type of image. Files may have either a .heic or .heif extension. Both are fully supported by this converter. Apple devices typically save photos with the .heic extension, but some cameras and Android devices may use .heif instead.
Despite its technical advantages, HEIC has one major drawback: limited compatibility outside the Apple ecosystem. While macOS and iOS handle HEIC natively, many Windows applications, older Android devices, web browsers, social media upload forms, email clients, and photo editing tools still do not support the format directly. This creates a frustrating situation where you take a beautiful photo on your iPhone, try to share it with someone on Windows or upload it to a website, and find that the file is not recognized. Converting HEIC to JPG, PNG, or WEBP solves this problem instantly, producing files that work virtually everywhere.
JPG is the safest choice for maximum compatibility. Every device, application, and platform supports JPG. It is ideal for sharing photos via email, uploading to social media, embedding in documents, and printing. JPG uses lossy compression, but at quality settings of 85-95 percent the difference from the original HEIC is imperceptible. Choose JPG when you want your photos to work everywhere without any hassle.
PNG is a lossless format, meaning no quality is lost during conversion. This makes it ideal when you need pixel-perfect accuracy or when the photo will undergo further editing. PNG also supports transparency, though this is rarely relevant for iPhone photos. The trade-off is larger file sizes — a PNG version of a photo will typically be 3-5 times larger than a JPG equivalent.
WEBP is a modern format developed by Google that offers the best of both worlds. It produces files 25-35 percent smaller than JPG at equivalent quality, supports both lossy and lossless compression, and handles transparency. All modern browsers support WEBP natively. It is an excellent choice for web developers and anyone who wants the smallest possible file without sacrificing visual quality.
When converting a large batch of HEIC photos from your iPhone, choose a single output format and quality setting that works for the majority of your images. For general sharing and archival, JPG at quality 0.9 is an excellent default — the files will be universally compatible and visually indistinguishable from the originals. For web use, consider WEBP at quality 0.85 for the smallest file sizes. After converting, use the "Download All as ZIP" button to grab every file at once. If you plan to edit the photos further in software like Photoshop or Lightroom, PNG preserves the most data for subsequent editing.
Everything you need to know about converting HEIC photos with ConvertKr.
HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is a modern image format that Apple adopted starting with iOS 11. It produces files roughly half the size of JPG while maintaining the same visual quality, which means your iPhone can store twice as many photos. However, HEIC is not widely supported outside the Apple ecosystem, which is why conversion to JPG or other formats is often necessary.
Yes, completely. There are no premium plans, no trial periods, and no per-file charges. Every feature — including batch conversion, quality control, and ZIP download — is available to everyone at no cost.
Your photos are completely safe. All HEIC processing happens locally in your browser — your files are never uploaded to any server. We use the heic2any JavaScript library to handle the conversion entirely on your device, so your photos remain private from start to finish.
HEIF is the broader image format standard, while HEIC is the specific variant that uses HEVC compression. In everyday use, the terms are interchangeable. Files with .heic and .heif extensions are both supported by this converter and will produce identical results.
Absolutely. The converter supports batch processing, so you can upload dozens of HEIC photos simultaneously. All of them will be converted using the same output format and quality settings. After conversion, download each file individually or click "Download All as ZIP" to get a single archive.
Converting to PNG is lossless, so no quality is lost. Converting to JPG or WEBP uses lossy compression, but at the default quality of 0.9 the difference is virtually imperceptible. You can adjust the quality slider to find the right balance for your needs.
No installation is needed. ConvertKr runs entirely in your web browser. There are no plugins, extensions, or desktop applications required. Just open the page and start converting — it works on Windows, macOS, Linux, ChromeOS, iOS, and Android.
Yes. On your iPhone, go to Settings, then Camera, then Formats, and select "Most Compatible." This will save new photos as JPG instead of HEIC. However, this uses more storage space. Many users prefer to keep HEIC enabled on their iPhone for storage efficiency and convert to JPG only when needed for sharing.
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