Free HEIC to JPG converter online
Need a JPG instead of a HEIC? This free converter turns HEIC files into JPG 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.
JPG (also written JPEG) is the most widely used photo format in the world. It uses lossy compression that throws away detail the eye barely notices, which keeps photos small, but it cannot store transparency and every re-save loses a little quality. JPG files usually carry EXIF metadata such as the camera model, the date and often the GPS location where the photo was taken.
About HEIC and JPG 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 JPG?
- JPG opens everywhere and is accepted by every upload form, email client and printer; transparent areas are filled with a colour you choose (white by default).
- HEIC files are often rejected or can't be opened by Windows PCs, many Android phones, websites and most upload forms; JPG avoids that problem.
How to convert HEIC to JPG
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your HEIC files (you can select several at once).
- Conversion to JPG starts automatically. Change the quality or background colour if you like.
- Download each JPG 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 JPG files contain no EXIF or GPS data.
- Any deviceWorks on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Chromebook.
HEIC vs JPG: what's the difference?
| Feature | HEIC | JPG |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | High Efficiency Image Container (HEIF) | JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) |
| Released | 2015 | 1992 |
| Compression | Lossy (HEVC) | Lossy |
| Transparency | Yes | No |
| Animation | Yes (sequences) | No |
| Typical file size | Very small | Small |
| Best for | storing photos on iPhone and iPad efficiently | photographs, social media uploads and email attachments |
| Compatibility | Apple devices; poor support on Windows, Android, the web and upload forms | Universal: every browser, phone, camera and image editor |
| File extensions | .heic, .heif | .jpg, .jpeg, .jpe |
| MIME type | image/heic | image/jpeg |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert HEIC to JPG?
Open this page, add your HEIC files, and FileStripe converts them to JPG 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 JPG reduce quality?
JPG is a lossy format, so there is a small, usually invisible, loss. Use the quality slider: 90 or above is visually identical for almost all images.
Can I convert multiple HEIC files to JPG 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 JPG free?
Yes. The HEIC to JPG 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 JPG 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 JPG 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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