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How to Convert HEIC to JPG on Windows, Mac & iPhone

Published February 9, 2026

HEIC photos won't open in many apps. Here's how to convert them to JPG on Windows, Mac, and iPhone — including a free, private browser tool with no uploads.

iPhone and Mac save photos as HEIC by default because it stores more detail in less space than JPG. The catch? Windows, Android, and many apps and websites can't open HEIC files. This guide shows you how to convert HEIC to JPG on Windows, Mac, and iPhone — including a free, private tool that runs right in your browser with no uploads.

What is HEIC and why can't I open it?

HEIC (High Efficiency Image Coding) is part of the High Efficiency Image File Format (HEIF) standard. Apple adopted it in iOS 11, so it's the default for iPhone photos. HEIC files are roughly half the size of an equivalent JPG at the same quality, which saves lots of space. The downside: many non-Apple devices and programs don't support it, so you may need to convert it to JPG.

How to convert HEIC to JPG on Windows

Windows doesn't open HEIC out of the box. You have two practical options:

• Install the free HEIF Image Extensions from the Microsoft Store, which lets the Photos app open HEIC files.
• Use a browser converter like ours to turn HEIC into JPG without installing anything.

How to convert HEIC to JPG on Mac

On a Mac, the simplest built-in method is to change how your device exports photos. To convert a batch: select the HEIC photos in the Photos app, click File > Export, and choose JPG as the format. Alternatively, you can preview and save individual images as JPG from the Preview app.

How to convert HEIC to JPG on iPhone

To send an HEIC image as JPG on your iPhone, open Settings > Photos and switch 'Transfer to Mac or PC' to Automatic (this may convert when sharing). For a single photo, you can also use AirDrop or a browser tool to convert it.

The easiest no-upload way to convert HEIC to JPG

If you don't want to install codecs or change settings, use this free browser converter. It runs entirely on your device, so your photos never leave your computer or phone.

Tip: For the best quality, keep the converter's quality setting high and avoid compressing the output again.