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Online HEIC to PNG Converter
Convert Apple iPhone HEIC and HEIF photos into lossless PNG format without compression artifacts.
Decodes Apple iPhone/iPad HEIC/HEIF photos into lossless PNG format without JPEG compression artifacts. Powered by client-side WebAssembly libheif-js.
HEIC (Apple HEIF) vs PNG: Key Differences & Comparison
| Feature | HEIC (Apple HEIF) | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | HEVC (H.265 lossy) | Strictly lossless (Deflate) |
| Artifacts | Subtle macroblock smoothing | Zero compression artifacts |
| Compatibility | Apple ecosystem & modern OS | 100% of all graphic apps & OS |
| File Size | Compact (approx 50% of JPEG) | Heavy (uncompressed pixel matrix) |
When to Keep HEIC (Apple HEIF):
- Preserving photo library in iCloud storage
- Minimizing local storage footprint on iPhone
When to Convert to PNG:
- Photo retouching and composite design in Photoshop & Figma
- Preparing high-resolution assets for print publishing
- Opening photos on older operating systems without codec plugins
🎯 Exact Technical Outcome: What Happens to Your File
Full native capture resolution maintained (including 24MP and 48MP frames)
Encoded into lossless PNG container
Extracts primary high-res frame without Live Photo video track
PNG will be 2–4x larger than source HEIC due to lossless encoding
How It Works
Select HEIC
Upload .heic files from iPhone or local drive.
WASM Decoding
WebAssembly decodes HEIC frames into memory buffer.
PNG Encoding
Encodes frame data into lossless PNG format.
Download PNG
Save high-resolution PNG photos.
When to Use
- ✓Importing iPhone photos into Figma, Photoshop, or After Effects without JPEG artifacts
- ✓Photo retouching and color grading without compression degradation
Related Tasks & Workflows
Frequently Asked Questions
PNG avoids lossy compression artifacts, keeping 100% sharp edge definition.
In-Browser Local Processing
In-browser client processing — your files never leave your device.