What is the difference between HEIC to PNG and HEIC to JPG?

PNG is a lossless format — no image data is discarded during conversion, making it ideal for images with sharp edges, text, logos, or transparency. JPG uses lossy compression, which produces smaller files but with slight quality reduction. Choose PNG when quality must be preserved exactly, and JPG when file size matters more.

Is this HEIC to PNG converter free?

Yes. Layercy's HEIC to PNG converter is completely free with no signup, no watermark, and no usage limits.

Is my HEIC photo uploaded to a server?

No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. Your HEIC file never leaves your device.

Can I convert HEIF to PNG too?

Yes. HEIC and HEIF are closely related formats — this tool converts both .heic and .heif files to PNG.

Why convert HEIC to PNG instead of JPG?

Choose PNG when you need the highest possible quality with no compression loss — for example, if the image will be edited further, used in a design, or needs to preserve fine details. PNG files are larger than JPG but lossless. If file size matters more than absolute quality, JPG is the better choice.

HEIC to PNG Converter

Convert iPhone HEIC photos to lossless PNG instantly in your browser. No app install, no signup, no watermark.

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Drag and drop a HEIC file here

How to Convert HEIC to PNG Online

1Upload your HEIC file

Drag and drop or click to upload a .heic or .heif file from your iPhone, iPad, or iCloud. Nothing is sent to any server.

2Instant conversion

The tool converts your HEIC photo to a lossless PNG automatically. No settings needed — the preview appears within seconds.

3Download your PNG

Click Download PNG to save the converted file, ready to open on any device or use in any application.

Why convert HEIC to PNG

PNG is a lossless image format — no pixel data is discarded during compression, which means the converted PNG is a perfect representation of the original HEIC photo. This matters when the image will be edited further, used in a design tool, printed, or needs to preserve fine detail without any compression artefacts. PNG also supports transparency, making it the preferred format for design assets, logos, and UI screenshots that may have transparent areas.

HEIC to PNG vs HEIC to JPG — which to choose

Choose PNG when quality is the priority — editing the image further, preserving transparency, or working in a design context where lossless output matters. PNG files are larger than JPG. Choose JPG when file size matters more than absolute quality — sharing on social media, sending by email, or uploading to a platform that accepts JPEG. For most everyday photos where you just need compatibility, JPG is smaller and sufficient.

Does the conversion lose any quality

No. PNG is lossless, so the conversion from HEIC to PNG preserves all image data exactly. The resulting PNG will be visually identical to the original HEIC photo with no compression artefacts. The PNG file will typically be larger than the original HEIC file because HEIC uses a more efficient compression algorithm.

How do I convert HEIC to PNG on Windows?

Use this free online converter — upload the HEIC file in your browser and download the PNG. No software installation required. It works on Windows 10, Windows 11, and any browser.

How do I convert HEIC to PNG on Mac?

On Mac, open the HEIC file in Preview, then go to File → Export and choose PNG from the format dropdown. Alternatively, use this online converter for a quicker workflow without opening Preview.