How to convert HEIC to JPG
- Tap Choose image above and pick one or more .heic or .heif photos.
- On the Convert tab, Convert to is already JPG. Keep High (92%) unless you need smaller files.
- Tap Convert. One photo downloads as a JPG; several are packed into one ZIP.
- If the JPG is for a form with a KB limit, tap Keep editing this result and use the Exact KB tab.
What changes when you convert
| Before (HEIC) | After (JPG) | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | HEIC (HEIF) | JPEG, accepted almost everywhere |
| Pixel size | As taken | The same: nothing is cropped or resized |
| File size | Smaller | Larger: in our test, 531 KB became 1.06 MB at High (92%) |
| Location and camera data | Included | Removed: the JPG is a fresh copy of the pixels only |
| Live Photo motion | Separate video part | Not included: you get the still photo |
Test file: a 12-megapixel (3024×4032) HEIC, converted in about half a second in desktop Chromium. It is a generated test file: we have not yet tested a photo taken on a real iPhone, and real iPhone photos can take longer to decode, especially on older phones.
The JPG is bigger because HEIC is the more efficient format: Apple uses it so photos take about half the space. That doesn't affect quality. If the bigger file is a problem, convert at Good (80%), or compress to the exact size you need.
Converting for an online form
Most forms that reject HEIC also have a KB limit and sometimes a pixel size. After converting, tap Keep editing this result, then use Exact KB to meet the limit, or Form presets for forms we've verified, such as the US visa or Pakistan passport. The exact-KB and preset tools also accept HEIC directly, so for a form you can skip the separate conversion.
Many photos at once
Choose as many photos as you like; they're converted one after another on your device and saved together in a ZIP. How many fit at once depends on your device's memory, not on any limit of ours. A photo that can't be read is skipped and the rest still convert.
Stop the iPhone saving HEIC
To get JPGs from now on, go to Settings → Camera → Formats and choose Most Compatible. Photos then take more space. Many people keep HEIC and convert only when a form asks for JPG. When you share photos to a computer, iOS can also convert them automatically: Settings → Photos → Transfer to Mac or PC → Automatic. More in our HEIC on iPhone guide.
Common mistakes
- Renaming .heic to .jpg. The file is still HEIC inside, and forms check the contents. Convert it.
- Sending a screenshot of the photo instead. It's lower quality and the wrong pixel size.
- Converting at a low quality to make the file small. For a size limit, use Exact KB: it finds the best quality that fits.
Frequently asked questions
Are my photos uploaded?
No. The HEIC decoder runs in your browser and the JPG is saved straight to your device. It works offline after your first HEIC conversion, or after you tap Make this tool available offline.
Does converting HEIC to JPG reduce quality?
At High (92%) the difference isn't visible in normal use. The photo keeps its full pixel size.
Why is the JPG bigger than the HEIC?
HEIC stores photos about twice as efficiently. In our test, a 531 KB HEIC became a 1.06 MB JPG. Use Good (80%) or Exact KB if size matters.
Can I convert many HEIC photos at once?
Yes. Choose them all; they download together as a ZIP. The practical limit is your device's memory.
Is location data kept?
No. The JPG contains only the image, so GPS location and camera details are removed.
Can I convert HEIC and compress to a KB limit?
Yes. Convert, tap Keep editing this result, then use Exact KB. Or open the exact-KB tool and choose the HEIC directly.
Does it work on Windows?
Yes. The conversion happens in the browser, so you don't need any HEIC extension installed.
Have you tested real iPhone photos?
Not yet. Our tests use a generated HEIC file. If a real iPhone photo fails to convert, please tell us the iPhone model and iOS version.