Free HEIC Converter

With the Free HEIC Converter tool, you can easily convert HEIC photos to JPG/JPEG/PNG without any quality loss. Keep the EXIF metadata of HEIC files optionally.

Although the HEIC format can help you save space, it is only applied to iOS devices. And you may also run into compatibility issues because we are still living in a JPEG world.

So, how to view iPhone images on other devices? How to convert images without any quality loss? How to share your pictures online with others? Those are all changes the Free HEIC Converter app can make for you. With it, you only need some time to convert pictures for nothing.

HEIC is a new iPhone photo format on iPhone 17 and older running iOS 26 and later. The new iPhone photo format uses the HEIF (High-Efficiency Image Format) standard.

It is a more streamlined way to store image files with an advanced compression method, saving more than 50% on storage when taking photos.

Can I open HEIC on PC?

Actually no. Windows computer is lacking in the HEIC photo viewer to open it directly. You need to convert HEIC to a Windows-compatible JPG or PNG first for viewing, or use a specific HEIC reader to open the HEIC files on the computer.

Can I convert HEIC to JPG/PNG?

Yes. Actually, you can change the settings to set JPG/PNG as the default photo format by going to "Settings" on your iPhone > "Camera" > "Format" and choosing "Most Compatible" to save photos you will take as PNG.

As a picture converting tool, Apeaksoft Free HEIC Converter cannot be underestimated. It also has other useful and powerful functions. Apart from high conversion speed and easy operation, it can also batch convert HEIC files and adjust the quality of the output image files freely without any loss. Meantime, it can optionally keep the EXIF metadata of HEIC files.

Features and Highlights

• 100% free without any additional expense for users
• Batch conversion of HEIC files to save users’ time
• High conversion speed without any limitation
• No quality loss in the conversion process
• Free adjustment of the output quality of files
• A simple interface and easy operation make it easy to get started

HEIC vs. JPG vs. PNG

HEIC (High Efficiency Image File Format) offers better compression, higher quality, and smaller file sizes than JPEG. It supports 16-bit color, uses MIME types like image/heif, and is an image container format. File size: Small.

JPG (Joint Photographic Experts Group format) is a widely used lossy image format. It supports 8-bit grayscale and 24-bit color, uses the MIME type image/jpeg, and is common in photography. File size: Medium.

PNG (Portable Network Graphics) is a lossless compressed format created to replace GIFs. It supports 24-bit RGB and 32-bit RGBA colors, uses the MIME type image/png, and is ideal for web graphics. File size: Large.

How to Use

1. Launch the Free HEIC Converter on your PC
2. Click "Add HEIC" to import HEIC files
3. Choose output format (JPG/JPEG/PNG) and image quality
4. Select the destination folder to save converted files
5. Click “Convert” to start converting HEIC to your format

System Requirements

• Operating System: Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7
• Processor: 1GHz Intel/AMD CPU or higher
• RAM: 1GB RAM or more
• Disk Space: 200MB free space
• Display: 1024x768 resolution or higher

PROS

• Simple and beginner-friendly interface
• Batch conversion of HEIC files supported
• Supports popular formats like JPG and PNG
• Adjustable image quality before conversion
• No need for Apple software or codecs

CONS

• Limited to HEIC format only
• Free version lacks advanced features
• No editing tools included
• Can’t preview images before conversion
• Internet required for installation

Also Available: Download Free HEIC Converter for Mac