Why convert HEIC in your browser
HEIC is Apple's default photo format — great for saving space, but awkward to open on Windows, older Android phones, and many websites and apps. This tool decodes HEIC with WebAssembly that runs on your device, so unlike most free converters, your photos are never uploaded. That's the right way to handle personal photos, screenshots of documents, or anything you'd rather not hand to a stranger's server.
JPG or PNG?
Pick JPG for normal photos — it's small, universal, and the quality slider lets you trade size for detail. Pick PNG when you need a lossless copy or the image has crisp text or graphics; the file will be larger but pixel-perfect.
Frequently asked questions
Are my photos uploaded?
No — decoding runs in your browser with WebAssembly, so photos never leave your device. Most free converters upload; this one doesn't.
What is a HEIC file?
Apple's default photo format. High quality at about half the size of JPEG, but not widely supported — so converting makes it viewable everywhere.
Can I convert many at once?
Yes — drop multiple files and they convert in turn, each with a download button plus Download all.
JPG or PNG?
JPG for photos (smaller, adjustable quality); PNG for lossless or graphics with text.
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