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Convert HEIC to PNG online free

Convert HEIC to PNG online free. Upload HEIC photos from iPhone, preview, and download as transparent PNG — all in your browser with no server upload.

What is a HEIC to PNG converter?

A HEIC to PNG converter takes Apple's HEIC/HEIF image format and converts it into the lossless PNG format. This tool decodes HEIC files entirely in your browser using WebAssembly, renders the image for preview, and exports it as a standard PNG with full quality preservation — all without uploading your photos to any server.

HEIC to PNG converter features

Fast browser-based HEIC decoding and lossless PNG export.

  1. HEIC upload: Drag and drop or select HEIC/HEIF files from any device.
  2. Live preview: See the decoded image before downloading.
  3. Lossless PNG: Output preserves full quality with no compression artifacts.
  4. Browser-based decoder: WebAssembly HEIC decoding — no server upload.
  5. Cross-platform: Works on Windows, Mac, Linux, and ChromeOS.

How to use this tool

Convert HEIC to PNG in a few steps.

  1. Upload HEIC file: Drop or select a .heic or .heif file from your device.
  2. Wait for decoding: The tool decodes and renders the image in your browser.
  3. Preview result: Inspect the decoded image on screen.
  4. Download PNG: Save the lossless PNG to your device.

Tips for converting HEIC to PNG

Get the best results.

  1. Larger file size: PNG files are larger than JPG — expect 2-5× the HEIC file size.
  2. Best for editing: Use PNG when you plan to edit the image later to avoid quality loss.
  3. Check orientation: HEIC files store EXIF orientation — the tool handles rotation automatically.

Great for

When you need HEIC to PNG conversion.

  1. Editing workflow: Convert to lossless PNG for further editing in any image editor.
  2. Archiving: Preserve full quality from iPhone photos without generation loss.
  3. Design assets: Use PNG as a source for graphic design projects.
  4. Cross-platform sharing: Share photos from Apple devices with users on any platform.

Why use this tool

Private, fast, and lossless HEIC conversion.

  1. 100% free: No sign-ups, no limits, no hidden costs.
  2. Privacy first: All processing happens locally in your browser.
  3. Lossless quality: PNG format preserves every pixel from the original.
  4. No app needed: Works directly in your browser on any device.

Technical details

How HEIC to PNG conversion works.

  1. Decoder: libheif (WebAssembly) runs in your browser.
  2. Conversion path: HEIC → decoded PNG → canvas 2D → PNG export.
  3. Output cap: Maximum 8192 px per edge.
  4. Export format: PNG via canvas toDataURL — lossless, no quality setting needed.

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