Convert HEIC to JPG, PNG or WebP

The best output format depends on where you plan to use your photo. Each format handles compression, compatibility, and transparency differently.

JPG for compatibility

JPG, also known as JPEG, is a widely supported format for photographs. It is a sensible choice for email attachments, online forms, document uploads, printing, and sharing images with people who may use different devices. JPG uses lossy compression, so the quality setting affects the balance between visual detail and file size.

PNG for lossless output

PNG uses lossless compression, meaning it does not introduce the same type of lossy compression as JPG. It can also support transparency. PNG can be useful for further editing or workflows that require transparent pixels, although its files may be larger than comparable JPG images.

WebP for websites

WebP supports both lossy and lossless compression and can include transparency. It is a useful option for many modern websites and web applications where image size affects loading performance. Compatibility depends on the application or platform receiving the file.

Converting an image changes how its pixel data is stored. When you convert HEIC to JPG, the image is encoded using JPG compression. Because both formats can use lossy compression, the conversion may cause some additional loss of detail. The visible difference depends on the original image, compression settings, and how closely you inspect it.

This converter starts JPG and WebP output at a quality setting of 85%. You can increase the setting when preserving more visual detail is important, or reduce it when a smaller file is the priority. A higher quality setting generally produces a larger file, but the exact result depends on the image.

PNG output uses lossless compression, so it does not use the same lossy quality setting. However, converting a photo to PNG does not restore image information that was already lost in the original HEIC file.

• File size: JPG output may be larger than the original HEIC because HEIC can compress photographs more efficiently. Results vary from image to image.
• Transparency: PNG and WebP can support transparency. JPG cannot, so transparent areas are filled with a solid background.
• Extra image data: HEIC files may contain additional information, such as data associated with Live Photos or depth effects. Converting to a standard still image does not preserve every HEIC-specific feature.

Privacy matters when converting personal photographs, identity documents, or work images. This tool processes supported image files locally in your browser, rather than requiring you to upload the selected photos to a conversion server.

Local processing helps keep the image files on your device during conversion. As with any browser-based tool, you should still use a trusted device and browser, keep your browser updated, and avoid sharing sensitive files on devices you do not control.

For important photographs, keep a copy of the original HEIC files until you have checked that the converted images open correctly and contain the details you need.