About this tool
Convert HEIC to JPG Free, iPhone Photos, No Upload Needed
iPhone and iPad cameras save photos in HEIC format by default, but most photo editors, websites, and social platforms still expect JPEG. OmegaPix converts HEIC files to JPG entirely in your browser. No account, no upload, no cloud service. Drop your iPhone photos in and get standard JPEG files that open everywhere, without your personal photos ever leaving your device.
Why use OmegaPix
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iPhone photos processed locally, completely private : Your personal photos never travel over the internet. OmegaPix decodes HEIC using a WebAssembly library that runs on your own device, inside your browser.
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Universal JPEG compatibility : JPEG opens on every platform: Windows, Android, social media apps, photo editors, and email clients. HEIC requires Apple software or a paid codec on Windows.
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Batch convert an entire iPhone photo export : Drop a folder of HEIC files and convert them all at once. Download individual JPEGs or export everything as a ZIP archive.
How it works
Add your HEIC photos
Drag HEIC or HEIF files from your iPhone backup, AirDrop folder, or any directory onto OmegaPix. Batch conversion of multiple photos at once is supported.
Set JPEG quality
Auto quality targets the smallest JPEG that looks identical to the source HEIC. Set Manual quality to 90–95 for near-lossless output suitable for printing or archiving.
Download JPEG files
Converted JPEGs are ready instantly. Download them one by one or export all as a ZIP. Each file shows its output size.
Frequently asked questions
What is a HEIC file?
HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is the photo format used by Apple devices since iOS 11. It is based on the HEIF standard and typically produces images at roughly half the file size of JPEG with comparable or better quality. Most non-Apple software cannot open HEIC without a special codec.
Why won't my HEIC photos open on Windows or Android?
HEIC is an Apple-specific container format. Windows requires a paid Microsoft codec to open HEIC natively, and most Android apps do not support it. Converting to JPEG makes photos universally compatible with any software or platform.
Will converting HEIC to JPG lose quality?
Some quality loss occurs because JPEG is a lossy format. At quality 90 or above the difference is invisible to most viewers. The HEIC source is never modified, only the exported JPEG is affected.
Are my iPhone photos private when I use OmegaPix?
Yes. OmegaPix uses a WebAssembly HEIC decoder that runs locally inside your browser. Your photos never leave your device. They are not sent to OmegaPix, Apple, or any third party.
Can I convert HEIC to PNG or WebP instead of JPG?
Yes. Switch the output format to PNG for lossless output that preserves any transparency, or to WebP for the best combination of file size and quality for web use. AVIF is also available.
Can I convert multiple HEIC photos at once?
Yes. Drop as many HEIC files as you need: OmegaPix processes them concurrently using Web Workers. Download all converted JPEGs as a ZIP archive when done.
How do I stop my iPhone from saving photos as HEIC?
Go to Settings → Camera → Formats and switch from "High Efficiency" to "Most Compatible". Your iPhone will then save photos directly as JPEG. If you have existing HEIC photos, OmegaPix can convert them in bulk.
Does HEIC contain EXIF data like GPS location?
Yes. HEIC files from iPhones typically embed EXIF metadata including GPS coordinates, camera settings, and timestamps. OmegaPix strips EXIF during conversion to JPEG, which protects your privacy and reduces file size. If you need EXIF preserved, keep the original HEIC files.
Why are my iPhone photos in HEIC format?
Apple switched iPhone cameras to HEIC in iOS 11 (2017) because HEIC images are about 50 % smaller than equivalent JPEG photos at the same visual quality. This saves storage on the device. The trade-off is that HEIC is not universally supported outside the Apple ecosystem.
Can I convert HEIC files on Windows without installing software?
Yes. Open OmegaPix in any modern browser on Windows, drag your HEIC files in, and download the converted JPEGs, no installation required. This avoids the paid Microsoft HEIC codec and works on Chrome, Edge, and Firefox.
When to use this tool
Sharing iPhone photos with Windows or Android users
HEIC is an Apple-only format. Converting to JPEG makes your photos universally shareable without requiring recipients to install special software.
Uploading iPhone photos to websites and apps
Most upload forms, e-commerce platforms, and social media sites expect JPEG or PNG. HEIC is frequently rejected. Convert first, then upload.
Editing iPhone photos in non-Apple software
Adobe Photoshop (older versions), GIMP, and many design tools cannot open HEIC without plugins. Converting to JPEG makes your photos instantly compatible with any editing workflow.
When not to use this tool
Sharing AirDrop → AirDrop
Apple devices all read HEIC natively. Converting before AirDropping to another iPhone is wasted work and adds re-encode artefacts.
Photos staying in iCloud
Photos.app on macOS and iOS handle HEIC perfectly. Keep your library as HEIC for the 50% storage savings.
Print at maximum quality
For large prints, edit from the original HEIC in Lightroom or Photoshop (both read HEIC), converting first costs a lossy re-encode.
Technical details
What HEIC actually is
HEIC stands for High-Efficiency Image Container, Apple's wrapper around the HEIF standard, which itself is the still-image profile of the HEVC (H.265) video codec. Same compression technology as 4K video, applied frame-by-frame to stills. The result: roughly 40-50% smaller files than JPEG at the same visual quality. iPhones save HEIC by default since iOS 11.
Why Windows and many apps refuse HEIC
HEIC depends on HEVC patents owned by MPEG-LA, non-Apple software has to license decoders, which costs money. Microsoft offers a paid codec for Windows Photos. Most CMSes, social platforms, and web upload pickers simply reject HEIC rather than license the decoder. Converting to JPEG sidesteps the entire problem.
How the conversion works locally
OmegaPix uses libheif compiled to WebAssembly. The HEIC file is decoded to raw RGBA pixels inside your browser, then re-encoded as JPEG via mozjpeg. The whole pipeline runs on your device. Your iPhone photo never reaches a server. Default output quality is 90, which is visually indistinguishable from the HEIC source.
Real file size comparison
A typical iPhone 14 photo at 12 MP: HEIC source 1.8 MB, JPEG q95 (visually identical) 2.7 MB, JPEG q90 (default, indistinguishable to human eye) 2.1 MB, JPEG q80 (minor artefacts on close inspection) 1.3 MB. If you need both compatibility and smaller files, convert HEIC → JPEG q90, then run through the Image Compressor for further reduction.
Browser and device support
HEIC decoding via WASM works in any modern browser. Mobile Safari, Chrome on Android, and desktop browsers all handle it. Conversion of an iPhone photo takes ~2-4 seconds per file on a modern laptop, slightly longer on phones. Batch conversion of 50 photos is normal; the memory guard prevents browser crashes on very large batches.
Your files stay on your device
HEIC decoding and JPEG re-encoding both run inside your browser via WebAssembly. Your iPhone photos, which often contain GPS coordinates of where you live, never reach a server. Watch DevTools → Network during a conversion to verify: zero outgoing requests carry your photo bytes.