HeicToPng is a free online tool that lets you convert HEIC and HEIF images to PNG format directly in your browser without uploading files to a server, ensuring complete privacy and security.
What is HeicToPng?
HeicToPng is a browser-based converter that takes Apple's High Efficiency Image Coding (HEIC/HEIF) files and outputs lossless PNG images. It runs entirely client-side using your device's own processing power, so no data leaves your machine. The tool is provided by heictopng.org and requires no account, no installation, and works on any modern browser — Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, or Arc. For more technical background on the formats, see the formats page.
Key Features
- 100% Client-Side Processing — All conversion happens locally in your browser; your photos are never uploaded to any server, making it inherently private and secure.
- Batch Conversion — Convert up to 100 HEIC files at once, each up to 50 MB, and download them all as a single ZIP file.
- Lossless Output — Preserves original resolution, color depth, and transparency. PNG is a lossless format, so every pixel from the original HEIC is kept.
- EXIF Metadata Retention — Date taken, GPS coordinates, camera model, and other EXIF data are preserved in the converted PNG.
- Auto-Rotate — Images are automatically rotated according to their EXIF orientation flag, so portrait and landscape shots appear correctly.
- Advanced Settings — Optionally resize the long edge to 4096, 2048, or 1024 pixels before conversion to reduce file size.
- Completely Free & Unlimited — No daily limits, no paywalls, no sign-ups required.
Who is it for?
- iPhone users who need to share photos with friends or colleagues on Windows, Android, or the web — HEIC is often unsupported outside Apple's ecosystem.
- Photographers who want to preserve every pixel of their work when converting for editing in software that prefers PNG (e.g., Photoshop, GIMP).
- Anyone managing bulk photo collections — for example, converting an entire holiday album from an iPhone before uploading to a platform that doesn't support HEIC.
What can you do with HeicToPng?
- Convert individual or batch HEIC files to PNG — Drag and drop up to 100 files, let the tool process them automatically, and download the results as a ZIP.
- Prepare images for non-Apple devices — Convert HEIC photos from your iPhone so they open without issues on Windows, Android, or any web uploader.
- Preserve transparency in logos or graphics — If your HEIC/HEIF file contains an alpha channel, the PNG output retains it, making it suitable for overlays and editing.
- Reduce file size while keeping quality — Use the Advanced Settings to cap the long dimension at 4096, 2048, or 1024 px to shrink large iPhone photos before conversion.
How does HeicToPng work?
- Upload HEIC/HEIF files — Drag and drop up to 100 files (max 50 MB each) into the converter box. No account needed.
- Automatic conversion — The browser-based engine processes your entire queue instantly using client-side technology. No uploads to a server.
- Download PNG images — Click the blue button to download a ZIP file containing all converted PNGs, ready for use on any platform.
FAQ
Is HeicToPng really free and unlimited?
Yes. There are no daily limits, paywalls, or sign-ups. You can convert up to 100 HEIC files per batch, as many times as you like, at no cost.
Is it safe to convert private photos?
Absolutely. The tool uses client-side processing — your photos are never uploaded to any server. They remain on your device, ensuring 100% privacy and security.
Will converting HEIC to PNG lose image quality?
No. PNG is a lossless format, and the converter preserves original resolution, colors, and transparency. The visual quality is identical to the original HEIC.
Can I convert multiple HEIC files at once?
Yes. Batch conversion supports up to 100 files simultaneously. Each file can be up to 50 MB. The tool processes them in a queue and provides a single ZIP download.
Does the converter work with .heif files?
Yes. HEIC and HEIF share the same underlying container and HEVC encoding. The tool handles both extensions identically and produces the same lossless PNG output.
My HEIC photos come out rotated — can the converter fix that?
Yes. Auto-rotate by EXIF orientation is enabled by default, so portrait and landscape shots keep the correct orientation. If a converted PNG still appears sideways, it's usually due to a missing EXIF rotation flag in the original file.
