HEIC to JPG Converter
Convert iPhone and iPad HEIC photos to JPG instantly. No uploads, no app needed.
Drop HEIC photos here
or browse files — supports HEIC and HEIF from iPhone/iPad
Free HEIC to JPG Converter for iPhone Photos
Since iOS 11, iPhones and iPads capture photos in HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) format by default. While HEIC produces excellent image quality at roughly half the file size of JPEG, many apps, websites, email services, and Windows PCs still don't support HEIC natively. SmarterSources's HEIC to JPG converter makes it easy to convert your iPhone photos to the universally compatible JPG format — all without uploading a single file to any server.
Why Does My iPhone Use HEIC?
Apple adopted HEIC (also called HEIF — High Efficiency Image File Format) because it uses the HEVC video codec for still images, achieving significantly better compression than JPEG. This means your iPhone can store twice as many photos in the same amount of storage space without visible quality loss. However, this newer format isn't universally supported outside the Apple ecosystem.
How This Tool Works
Drop your HEIC files into the converter above, adjust the JPG quality slider if needed, and click Convert. The tool loads your HEIC images directly in the browser, draws them onto an HTML5 Canvas with a white background, and exports them as standard JPG files. Everything runs client-side — your photos never leave your device.
Privacy Guarantee
SmarterSources converts your HEIC photos entirely within your browser. No files are uploaded to any server. Your personal photos never leave your device, making this the most private HEIC converter available online.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HEIC and why can't I open it on my PC?
HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is a modern image format used by Apple devices since iOS 11. It produces smaller files than JPG at the same quality. However, many Windows apps, older Android devices, and web services don't support HEIC natively, which is why converting to JPG is often necessary for sharing and compatibility.
Which browsers support HEIC files?
Safari on macOS and iOS supports HEIC natively and works best with this tool. Chrome 122+ has added partial HEIC support on some platforms. Firefox and older Chrome versions do not support HEIC. If your browser doesn't support HEIC, the tool will show a clear message with alternatives.
Does converting HEIC to JPG reduce quality?
There is minimal quality loss when converting at the default 92% quality setting. JPG uses lossy compression, so some data is discarded, but at high quality settings the difference is virtually imperceptible. You can adjust the quality slider to find your preferred balance between file size and image quality.
Can I convert multiple HEIC files at once?
Yes! Drag and drop as many HEIC files as you need, or use the file picker to select multiple files. All images will be converted with the same quality settings, and you can download them individually or all at once.
Are my photos uploaded to a server?
No. All conversion happens entirely in your browser using the HTML5 Canvas API. Your photos never leave your device. There are no uploads, no server processing, and no data collection. This is 100% private.