Free HEIC to PDF converter online
Need a PDF instead of a HEIC? This free converter turns HEIC files into PDF documents right in your browser. Add as many files as you like, put them in order, choose the page size 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.
PDF is the universal document format. Putting images into a PDF makes them easy to print, email as a single attachment and submit to forms that only accept PDF, such as job applications, visa and government portals.
About HEIC and PDF 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 PDF?
- PDF is accepted by job portals, government and visa forms, schools and printers, and lets you send many images as a single document.
- HEIC files are often rejected or can't be opened by Windows PCs, many Android phones, websites and most upload forms; PDF avoids that problem.
How to convert HEIC to PDF
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your HEIC files (you can select several at once).
- Arrange the images and choose the page size, orientation and margins.
- Click Convert to PDF and download your document.
Features
- Batch conversionConvert hundreds of HEIC files at once.
- No uploadFiles never leave your device, so it is fast and private.
- Strips metadataThe PDF files contain no EXIF or GPS data.
- Any deviceWorks on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Chromebook.
HEIC vs PDF: what's the difference?
| Feature | HEIC | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | High Efficiency Image Container (HEIF) | Portable Document Format |
| Released | 2015 | 1993 |
| Compression | Lossy (HEVC) | Depends on content |
| Transparency | Yes | n/a |
| Animation | Yes (sequences) | No |
| Typical file size | Very small | Varies |
| Best for | storing photos on iPhone and iPad efficiently | sharing, printing and submitting documents that must look the same everywhere |
| Compatibility | Apple devices; poor support on Windows, Android, the web and upload forms | Universal |
| File extensions | .heic, .heif | |
| MIME type | image/heic | application/pdf |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert HEIC to PDF?
Open this page, add your HEIC files, and FileStripe converts them to PDF 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 PDF reduce quality?
JPG-based images are embedded as they are where possible, so the PDF looks the same as your HEIC.
Can I convert multiple HEIC files to PDF at once?
Yes. Select or drop as many HEIC files as you like; there is no limit on the number or size of files and all of them are placed into one PDF.
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 PDF free?
Yes. The HEIC to PDF 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 PDF 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 PDF 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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