HEIC to JPG Converter
Convert iPhone HEIC photos to universally supported JPG format instantly in your browser. Free, private, no upload required.
What is HEIC?
HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is the default photo format on iPhones and iPads running iOS 11 and later. It uses HEVC compression to store photos at roughly half the file size of an equivalent JPG while maintaining the same visual quality. The problem is that HEIC is not natively supported by Windows, most Android devices, or the majority of web services — making sharing difficult without conversion.
HEIC vs JPG Comparison
| Property | HEIC | JPG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | HEVC (very efficient) | DCT (widely supported) |
| File size | ~50% smaller than JPG | Baseline |
| Platform support | Apple only (natively) | Universal |
| Web / email | Often rejected | Universally accepted |
| HDR / depth data | Supported | Not supported |
Why 90% Quality for iPhone Photos?
HEIC photos are already compressed by the iPhone camera. Converting at 85% re-compresses an already-compressed image, which can introduce subtle artefacts on fine details. Using 90% quality preserves the iPhone's original detail while still delivering a file 3–5× smaller than the original HEIC.