Free HEIC to WebP converter online
Need a WebP instead of a HEIC? This free converter turns HEIC files into WebP 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.
WebP is a modern format created by Google for the web. It is typically 25 to 35 percent smaller than an equivalent JPG and supports transparency and animation, which is why so many websites now serve it. The downside is compatibility: older versions of Photoshop, Windows Photo Viewer, many printers and lots of upload forms still cannot open WebP files.
About HEIC and WebP 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 WebP?
- WebP files are much smaller than JPG and PNG at the same visual quality, which makes web pages load faster and improves Core Web Vitals and SEO.
- HEIC files are often rejected or can't be opened by Windows PCs, many Android phones, websites and most upload forms; WebP avoids that problem.
How to convert HEIC to WebP
- Click the upload box or drag and drop your HEIC files (you can select several at once).
- Conversion to WebP starts automatically. Change the quality or background colour if you like.
- Download each WebP 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 WebP files contain no EXIF or GPS data.
- Any deviceWorks on iPhone, Android, Windows, Mac and Chromebook.
HEIC vs WebP: what's the difference?
| Feature | HEIC | WebP |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | High Efficiency Image Container (HEIF) | WebP (Google) |
| Released | 2015 | 2010 |
| Compression | Lossy (HEVC) | Lossy and lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes (full alpha) |
| Animation | Yes (sequences) | Yes |
| Typical file size | Very small | Very small |
| Best for | storing photos on iPhone and iPad efficiently | websites, because it is 25-35% smaller than JPG at the same quality |
| Compatibility | Apple devices; poor support on Windows, Android, the web and upload forms | All modern browsers; some older desktop apps and upload forms still reject it |
| File extensions | .heic, .heif | .webp |
| MIME type | image/heic | image/webp |
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert HEIC to WebP?
Open this page, add your HEIC files, and FileStripe converts them to WebP 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 WebP reduce quality?
WebP 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 WebP 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 WebP free?
Yes. The HEIC to WebP 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 WebP 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 WebP 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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