HEIC to JPG Converter
Convert iPhone HEIC and HEIF photos to JPG. Adjust quality and download instantly. Free, private, no uploads.
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HEIC to JPG Converter Features
Fast, private, and accurate HEIC conversion in your browser.
Converts both .heic and .heif files, covering all Apple photo formats produced by iPhone and iPad.
Slider from 60 to 100 percent lets you balance file size and image quality for your exact needs.
Everything runs in your browser. No file is uploaded to any server. Your photos stay on your device.
What is HEIC and Why Convert to JPG?
HEIC is Apple's default photo format since iOS 11. It delivers smaller files than JPG at comparable quality, but it is not widely supported outside of Apple devices and software. Converting HEIC to JPG ensures your photos open in any app, website, or operating system without extra software.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a HEIC file and where does it come from?
HEIC stands for High Efficiency Image Container. Apple introduced it as the default photo format starting with iPhone 7 and iOS 11.
It uses the HEVC video codec to compress still images, typically cutting file size in half compared to JPG at the same visual quality.
While excellent for storage, HEIC is not universally supported by non-Apple apps and operating systems.
Why do HEIC files not open on Windows?
Windows does not include a HEIC codec by default. You need to install the HEVC Video Extensions from the Microsoft Store.
Alternatively, converting to JPG removes the compatibility issue entirely and works with every image viewer, browser, and editor.
This tool does the conversion in your browser, so no software installation is needed.
Does conversion reduce image quality?
JPG is a lossy format, so some quality is lost during conversion. At 85% or higher the difference is nearly invisible.
For professional archiving use 95-100%. For sharing on social media or email, 75-85% gives a good balance.
HEIC itself is also lossy, so the original is not lossless either.
How does the browser-side conversion work?
This tool uses the open-source heic2any library which decodes HEIC files using WebAssembly and JavaScript directly in your browser.
The decoded image data is then re-encoded as JPEG using the Canvas API at the quality level you select.
The entire process runs locally. No data is sent anywhere.
What is the difference between HEIC and HEIF?
HEIF is the container format specification. HEIC is a specific variant that uses HEVC as the codec, which is what Apple uses.
Both are supported by this tool. Most iPhone and iPad photos use the .heic extension.
AVIF is another HEIF variant that uses AV1 instead of HEVC and is gaining web popularity.
Can I convert multiple HEIC files at once?
This tool converts one file at a time. After downloading, click Convert Another to process the next file.
For batch conversion of large numbers of files, desktop software like Adobe Bridge or free tools like iMazing may be more efficient.
Browser-based single-file conversion keeps the tool simple, fast, and private.
Will the JPG keep the original file name?
Yes. The downloaded file uses the same base name as your original HEIC file with the .jpg extension added.
For example, IMG_1234.heic becomes IMG_1234.jpg.
No metadata modification is applied. The JPG will contain standard EXIF data if the HEIC included it.
Is this tool safe to use for private photos?
Yes. The conversion is entirely local. Your photos never leave your browser tab.
You can verify this by opening browser developer tools and watching the Network tab. No upload requests are made.
The tool has no analytics, no storage, and no server component.