HEIC to JPG Converter - Free Online Tool
What is a HEIC to JPG converter?
A HEIC to JPG converter transforms Apple's High Efficiency Image Format (HEIC/HEIF) into the universally compatible JPG format. HEIC files are the default photo format on iPhones and iPads since iOS 11, offering excellent compression but limited compatibility with Windows, older software, and many websites. This tool decodes HEIC images entirely in your browser and outputs standard JPG files that work everywhere.
How to use the HEIC to JPG converter
- Upload your HEIC file: Drag and drop or click to select a HEIC/HEIF image from your device. Files up to 10MB are supported.
- Adjust quality settings: Use the quality slider to balance file size and image clarity. Higher values preserve more detail.
- Download your JPG: Click the download button to save the converted image instantly to your device.
Why use this HEIC to JPG tool?
- Universal compatibility: JPG works on every device, browser, and platform without plugins or special software.
- Easy sharing: Send photos to Windows users, upload to websites, or attach to emails without format errors.
- Privacy first: Conversion happens locally in your browser. Your photos never leave your device.
Use case 1: Share iPhone photos with Windows users
Convert HEIC photos from your iPhone before sending them to colleagues or family members who use Windows PCs and can't open HEIC files natively.
Use case 2: Upload to websites and social platforms
Many website builders, e-commerce platforms, and older social media interfaces don't accept HEIC. Convert to JPG for guaranteed uploads.
Use case 3: Print shop submissions
Photo printing services often require JPG format. Convert your HEIC memories to JPG before ordering prints or photo books.
HEIC vs JPG comparison
- File size: HEIC is about 50% smaller than JPG at the same quality.
- Compatibility: HEIC works on Apple devices and modern browsers; JPG works everywhere.
- Quality: Both offer excellent quality for photos.
- Transparency: HEIC supports it; JPG does not.
- Animation: HEIC supports it; JPG does not.
Common errors
File won't upload
Ensure the file extension is .heic or .heif. Some devices rename HEIC files or save them with unusual extensions. Rename the file if needed.
Converted image looks washed out
This can happen with HDR HEIC photos. The tool maps HDR to standard dynamic range, which may affect very bright or dark areas. Try a higher quality setting for better results.
Transparency missing in output
JPG doesn't support transparency. If your HEIC has transparent areas, they'll become white in the JPG. Use HEIC to PNG instead to preserve transparency.
Tips and proven approaches
- Use quality 80–90 for photos you'll print or archive; 70–80 works well for web and email sharing.
- Batch convert multiple files by processing them one at a time—each conversion is instant.
- Keep the original HEIC files as backups since JPG conversion is lossy.
- For the smallest file sizes with modern browser support, consider HEIC to WebP instead.
Related tools
- Convert to PNG for transparency support with HEIC to PNG.
- Get modern compression with HEIC to WebP.
- Convert existing JPGs to WebP for web optimization with JPG to WebP.
- Transform vector graphics with SVG to PNG.
Privacy and security
All image processing happens entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. Your photos are never uploaded to any server, stored, or transmitted. Close the tab and your data is gone.