Convert HEIC to PNG

Turn HEIC photos into lossless PNG files for editing or for tools that ask for PNG. It runs on your device, so your photos stay private.

Files stay on your device. Free, with no sign-up.

HEIC to PNG tool

  1. 1Add HEIC photos
  2. 2Adjust
  3. 3Download

    How it works

    1. Add your HEIC images.
    2. Press the button.
    3. Download your PNG files (several arrive as a ZIP).

    HEIC to PNG or to JPG?

    PNG keeps every pixel exactly, which suits editing and graphics, but a PNG of a photo is several times bigger than the JPG. For sharing, uploading or email, JPG is usually the better choice; use HEIC to JPG.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is a HEIC photo, and why will it not open?

    HEIC is the format iPhones use for photos by default, because it makes smaller files than JPG at the same quality. Many Windows programs, older phones, websites and government upload forms cannot open it. Converting to JPG makes the photo work everywhere.

    Does it work in every browser?

    Yes. Safari can read HEIC itself; in Chrome, Edge, Firefox and on Android, the photo is read with a small decoder that is part of this site. The first photo takes a second or two longer while it starts.

    Is the quality kept?

    At the default quality (92%) a JPG looks almost the same as the HEIC, and the file is usually a little larger. A PNG keeps every pixel exactly, but is much bigger. The picture is not resized.

    Is the location in my photo kept?

    No. The converted file holds only the picture, not the date, camera or GPS location that were stored in the original, which is better for privacy when you share it. If you need those details, keep the HEIC original.

    What about Live Photos and burst photos?

    Only the main photo of a Live Photo or a burst is converted, as a still picture.

    Can I stop my iPhone saving HEIC?

    Yes. On the iPhone open Settings, then Camera, then Formats, and choose "Most Compatible". New photos are then saved as JPG.

    Are my files uploaded anywhere?

    No. Everything happens inside your browser, on your own device. Your files are never sent to a server, and you can confirm that in your browser's network tab. Close the tab and they're gone.

    Can I process several images at once?

    Yes. Add as many as you like (up to 50). Each one is processed on its own, and you download them together as a ZIP.

    Is there a file size limit?

    Each file can be up to 100 MB, and up to 300 MB in total. Because the work happens on your device, very large files depend on your available memory. A desktop browser handles them best.

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