HEIC to PNG Converter
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Convert HEIC (iPhone Photo) to PNG online — free, in your browser, no signup required. Drop your HEIC file, click Convert, and download a lossless PNG that opens cleanly in any image editor, design tool, or operating system. Files are processed over HTTPS and deleted from our servers after one hour. Works on Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android. No watermark, no email, no 30-day trial. Up to 5 conversions per day for free; sign in with Google for 10 per day plus batch ZIP downloads.
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How to convert iPhone Photo to PNG
- Optional: sign in with Google to convert up to 10 HEIC photos per day and download them as a single ZIP of PNGs.
- Drop your HEIC (or HEIF) file into the upload box or click to browse. Maximum file size is 50 MB.
- Click Convert. We decode the HEIC and re-encode it as a lossless PNG, preserving full quality.
- Download the PNG. It opens in Photoshop, GIMP, Figma, Sketch, and every operating system.
Why convert iPhone Photo to PNG
HEIC files from iPhones are smaller than equivalent PNGs, but design tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, and older Sketch versions often cannot open them natively. PNG is the universal lossless format that every design tool understands.
Compared to converting HEIC to JPG, PNG output is lossless — every pixel of the iPhone photo is preserved exactly. This matters if you plan to do further editing, compositing, or color grading where small quality differences compound.
Mac and iPad designers in particular convert HEIC to PNG when they pull a phone shoot into their design workflow. PNG behaves predictably in every editor and survives multiple round-trips without quality loss.
Color profiles (sRGB, Display P3) are preserved during conversion, which matters for color-critical work. A Display P3 HEIC stays Display P3 in the PNG output.
Common use cases
- Pull iPhone photos into Photoshop, Illustrator, or Figma for compositing and design work.
- Preserve full lossless quality of an iPhone shot for repeated editing.
- Open HEIC files on Windows or Linux without installing a HEIC codec.
- Use an iPhone photo in a CMS or upload portal that only accepts PNG.
- Archive iPhone photos in a universally readable lossless format for long-term storage.
Tips for best results
- Color profiles (sRGB, Display P3) are preserved during conversion — important for color-accurate design work.
- The PNG will be significantly larger than the HEIC — often 3-5x. That is the price of lossless quality and universal compatibility.
- EXIF metadata (date, GPS, camera info) is generally preserved. Strip it in iOS Photos first if you want a clean upload.
- For Live Photos and burst sequences, the PNG output is the primary still frame.
- If you do not need lossless quality, HEIC to JPG produces a much smaller file at almost identical visual quality.
About HEIC
HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is the format Apple has used by default on iPhones since iOS 11 (2017). It uses HEVC compression to store high-quality photos at about half the size of equivalent JPGs. HEIC files can also bundle Live Photos, burst frames, and depth information. The trade-off is compatibility — many design tools, Windows apps, and Android devices cannot open HEIC without extra software.
About PNG
PNG (Portable Network Graphics) is a lossless raster image format created in 1996. It preserves every pixel exactly, supports transparency with smooth alpha blending, and is universally supported by every browser, operating system, design tool, and image editor. PNG is the default choice for screenshots, design assets, logos, and any image where pixel-perfect quality and broad compatibility both matter.
HEIC vs PNG
| Property | HEIC | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Lossless quality | No (HEVC-based) | Yes |
| File size | Smallest | Largest (3-5x HEIC) |
| Universal app support | Apple-first | Universal |
| Works in Photoshop / Figma | Plugin needed | Native |
| Preserves color profiles | Yes | Yes |
| Supports transparency | Limited | Yes |
| Used by iPhone by default | Yes (since iOS 11) | No |
Privacy and safety
Your HEIC photo is uploaded over HTTPS, processed in an isolated job, and deleted from our servers within one hour — along with the converted PNG. We never train models on your photos, never share them, and never require an account.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference from HEIC to JPG?+
PNG is lossless — every pixel preserved exactly. JPG is lossy compression that produces much smaller files. Convert to PNG when you plan to edit further or need a universally readable lossless asset; convert to JPG for sharing and uploading.
Will color profiles be preserved?+
Yes. sRGB, Display P3, and other color profiles in the HEIC are preserved in the PNG output. This matters for color-critical design work.
Will EXIF metadata be kept?+
Yes. Date, GPS, camera, and exposure metadata are carried over.
Why is the PNG so much larger than the HEIC?+
PNG is lossless and stores every pixel exactly. HEIC uses HEVC compression that throws away small visual details for huge size savings. The PNG can easily be 3-5x larger.
Is the HEIC to PNG converter free?+
Yes. 5 conversions per day as a guest, 10 per day signed in with Google. No credit card.
Is it safe to upload my HEIC?+
Yes. Files are uploaded over HTTPS and deleted from our servers within one hour. We never train models on your photos.
Does it work on Windows and Android?+
Yes. The converter runs in any modern browser. The PNG output works on every platform — that is the whole point of converting away from HEIC.
Can I convert several HEIC files at once?+
Yes — sign in with Google and use the batch uploader. You get a single ZIP of PNGs.
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