Free HEIC to BMP converter online
Need a BMP instead of a HEIC? This free converter turns HEIC files into BMP images right in your browser. Add as many files as you like, adjust the settings and download the results individually or together as a ZIP.
HEIC is the default photo format on iPhones and iPads since iOS 11. It stores photos at roughly half the size of JPG, but Windows, many Android phones, websites and online forms cannot open it. HEIC photos also contain detailed metadata including the GPS location, so converting with FileStripe gives you a compatible file without that hidden data.
BMP is an uncompressed bitmap format from early Windows. Because it stores every pixel raw, BMP files are enormous (a 12 megapixel photo is about 36 MB) but they are trivially simple, so old software, microcontrollers, label printers and some games still require them.
About HEIC and BMP files
New to these formats? These pages explain what each one is for and how to open it on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android.
Why convert HEIC to BMP?
- BMP is required by some legacy Windows software, embedded displays, label printers and game engines.
- HEIC files are often rejected or can't be opened by Windows PCs, many Android phones, websites and most upload forms; BMP avoids that problem.
How to convert HEIC to BMP
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your HEIC files (you can select several at once).
- Conversion to BMP starts automatically. Change the options if you like.
- Download each BMP file or click 'Download all' for a ZIP.
Features
- Batch conversionConvert hundreds of HEIC files at once.
- No uploadFiles never leave your device, so it is fast and private.
- Strips metadataThe BMP files contain no EXIF or GPS data.
- Any deviceWorks on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Chromebook.
HEIC vs BMP: what's the difference?
| Feature | HEIC | BMP |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | High Efficiency Image Container (HEIF) | Bitmap Image File |
| Released | 2015 | 1990 |
| Compression | Lossy (HEVC) | None (uncompressed) |
| Transparency | Yes | Rarely supported |
| Animation | Yes (sequences) | No |
| Typical file size | Very small | Huge |
| Best for | storing photos on iPhone and iPad efficiently | legacy Windows software, embedded devices and some printers |
| Compatibility | Apple devices; poor support on Windows, Android, the web and upload forms | Windows apps and most editors; inefficient for the web |
| File extensions | .heic, .heif | .bmp, .dib |
| MIME type | image/heic | image/bmp |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert HEIC to BMP?
Open this page, add your HEIC files, and FileStripe converts them to BMP in your browser. Then download the files one by one or as a ZIP. It takes a few seconds and you don't need to install anything.
Will converting HEIC to BMP reduce quality?
No further quality is lost. BMP is lossless, so the BMP file looks exactly like the decoded HEIC (any compression artefacts already in the original stay as they are).
Can I convert multiple HEIC files to BMP at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many HEIC files as you like; there is no limit on the number or size of files.
Why can't I open HEIC files on Windows?
Windows needs the paid HEVC Video Extensions to display HEIC photos. Converting to JPG avoids that and makes the photos open everywhere.
How do I stop my iPhone taking HEIC photos?
Go to Settings > Camera > Formats and choose 'Most Compatible'. New photos will be saved as JPG.
Is the HEIC to BMP free?
Yes. The HEIC to BMP is completely free with no sign-up, no watermarks, no daily limits and no premium tier.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. FileStripe processes your files locally in your web browser using JavaScript. Nothing is uploaded, so the HEIC to BMP is safe for private photos and confidential documents and even works offline once the page has loaded.
Does it work on iPhone and Android?
Yes. The HEIC to BMP works in Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge and Samsung Internet on phones, tablets and computers. On a phone you can pick files from your photo library or files app and share the result straight to another app.
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