HEIC to PNG Converter — Lossless, Free & Private

Convert Apple HEIC/HEIF images to lossless PNG format directly in your browser. Zero quality loss — every pixel preserved exactly. No account, no uploads, no software to install. Batch convert multiple files and download individually or as ZIP.

Drag & drop HEIC files here or

Supports .heic and .heif files

How to Convert HEIC to PNG — 3 Simple Steps

  1. Upload your HEIC files — Drag and drop your .heic or .heif images onto the upload area, or click to browse. Multiple files are supported for batch conversion.
  2. Convert — Click “Convert to PNG.” No quality settings are needed — PNG is lossless, so every pixel is preserved exactly as captured.
  3. Download — Save each converted PNG individually or download all files together as a ZIP archive.

Why Convert HEIC to PNG?

PNG is the go-to format when image quality must be preserved without any compromise. Unlike JPG, PNG uses lossless compression — meaning no pixel data is discarded during conversion. This makes it the preferred choice for graphic designers, photographers who edit their images, and anyone who needs to maintain the highest possible quality through multiple rounds of editing.

HEIC files, while compact on your iPhone, aren’t widely supported outside Apple’s ecosystem. Converting to PNG gives you a universally compatible, lossless file that works in every image editor, browser, and operating system.

HEIC vs PNG — What’s the Difference?

HEIC is optimized for efficient storage on Apple devices — it achieves small file sizes through lossy compression (even though the quality is very high). PNG is a lossless format, meaning the file contains every bit of image data with zero quality degradation, but at the cost of larger file sizes than HEIC or JPG.

Use PNG when you’re working with images that will be further edited, composited, or used in design work. The larger file sizes are worth it when quality is the priority.

When to Convert HEIC to PNG

  • Editing photos in Photoshop, Affinity Photo, GIMP, or Figma
  • Using images as assets in graphic design or web design projects
  • Screenshots and UI images that require sharp text and edges
  • Images with transparent backgrounds (PNG supports alpha transparency)
  • Archiving original photos with zero quality loss
  • When you need pixel-perfect accuracy for technical or scientific images
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is Apple's compressed photo format that stores images at half the size of JPEG with similar visual quality. PNG (Portable Network Graphics) is a lossless format that preserves every pixel of image data without compression artifacts. HEIC prioritizes storage efficiency; PNG prioritizes quality and compatibility. HEIC is limited to Apple's ecosystem, while PNG is universally supported across all platforms, browsers, and image editors.

Lossless conversion means zero image data is discarded during the process. With HEIC to PNG, every pixel, every color value, every detail in your original photo is preserved exactly in the output file. This matters when you plan to edit the image further — each re-save with a lossy format like JPG compounds quality loss. Starting with a lossless PNG ensures your editing workflow begins with perfect source material.

Choose PNG over JPG when quality is your top priority. PNG is lossless, meaning no image data is lost during conversion — every pixel from the original HEIC is preserved exactly. PNG also supports transparency (alpha channel), which JPG does not. Use PNG for graphics, screenshots, images that will be edited further, or any situation where pixel-perfect accuracy matters. Choose JPG when file size matters more than absolute quality.

Yes, typically 3-5 times larger. HEIC achieves its small file sizes through aggressive lossy compression. PNG uses lossless compression, which is far less efficient for photographic content. A 2MB HEIC photo might become an 8-12MB PNG. This is the expected and correct trade-off for lossless quality. If file size is your primary concern, convert to JPG instead.

No. Every conversion happens entirely within your browser using WebAssembly technology. Your HEIC files are never uploaded, transmitted, or stored anywhere. They stay on your device from start to finish. The tool works offline once the page has loaded.

Yes. PNG supports full alpha-channel transparency — pixels can be any level of opacity from fully transparent to fully opaque. Standard iPhone photos don't contain transparency (they have solid backgrounds), but if your HEIC source contains transparency data, the PNG output will preserve it. PNG is also the best format if you plan to remove the background after conversion, as the transparent edges will be clean and anti-aliased.

Yes. Upload multiple HEIC files at once via drag-and-drop or the file browser. The tool processes them in sequence with progress tracking per file. Use "Download All as ZIP" to get every converted PNG in a single download.

PNG is widely supported across all browsers but produces larger files than JPG or WebP for photos. For photographic web images, JPG or WebP are better choices. PNG excels for web graphics with text, logos, icons, UI elements, and any image with sharp edges, flat colors, or transparency. If your converted HEIC photo is destined for a website and doesn't need perfect quality or transparency, consider converting to WebP or JPG instead.

Yes. This tool works in any modern web browser — Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari — on any operating system. It's particularly useful on Windows and Android where native HEIC support is limited or requires additional codecs.

Yes, completely free. No account, no sign-up, no watermarks, no file count limits. All processing runs locally in your browser.