Convert HEIC to PNG — Free Online Converter
Convert HEIC images to PNG instantly. No registration, no watermarks, files deleted after 5 minutes.
Convert Apple HEIC photos to PNG for lossless quality with transparency support. PNG is accepted by all image editors, social platforms, and web services that reject HEIC.
Convert HEIC → PNGHow to Convert HEIC to PNG
- Click Convert HEIC → PNG above to open the converter.
- Upload your HEIC file (drag & drop or click to browse, max 5 MB).
- Select PNG as the target format.
- Click Convert and download your PNG file.
Tips for Converting HEIC to PNG
- PNG losslessly preserves the full detail of the HEIC photo with no compression loss.
- PNG files from high-res iPhone photos can be 10–20 MB — use JPG if file size is a concern.
- Convert HEIC to PNG when you need to use the photo as a source for further editing.
About HEIC and PNG Formats
| Property | HEIC | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | High Efficiency Image Container (Apple) | Portable Network Graphics |
| Best for | iPhone/Apple photos | Graphics, screenshots, transparency |
| Transparency | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Lossless | ✗ No | ✓ Yes |
| Created by | Apple / MPEG | PNG Development Group |
| Year introduced | 2017 | 1996 |
| Max colour depth | 30-bit (HDR, 10-bit/ch) | 48-bit (16-bit/ch) |
| File extensions | .heic, .heif | .png |
| MIME type | image/heic | image/png |
About HEIC: High Efficiency Image Container
Apple's modern format used by iPhone, offering half the file size of JPEG at the same quality.
Common uses: iPhone photos, iOS screenshots, Apple ecosystem
Pros: 50% smaller than JPEG, supports depth maps, HDR support
Cons: limited support outside Apple, requires conversion for web
File extensions: .heic, .heif
MIME type: image/heic
Introduced: 2017 by Apple / MPEG
About PNG: Portable Network Graphics
Lossless format with full transparency support, ideal for graphics, logos and screenshots.
Common uses: logos, icons, screenshots, web graphics, transparent images
Pros: lossless quality, transparency support, sharp edges
Cons: larger file size than JPEG, not ideal for photos
File extensions: .png
MIME type: image/png
Introduced: 1996 by PNG Development Group
Why Convert HEIC to PNG?
People convert HEIC to PNG to switch from lossy HEIC to lossless PNG to preserve full image quality.
Lossless PNG is the right choice whenever you plan to edit the image further or need pixel-perfect quality for UI assets, icons, or print. Unlike HEIC, saving PNG multiple times introduces no additional quality loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it free to convert HEIC to PNG?
Yes, converting HEIC to PNG on convert-image.net is completely free with no registration required.
Will I lose quality when converting HEIC to PNG?
No — PNG uses lossless compression, so the converted file will retain full quality.
What is the maximum file size for HEIC to PNG conversion?
The maximum upload size is 5 MB. For larger files, consider compressing them first.
How long does HEIC to PNG conversion take?
Most conversions complete in under 5 seconds. Large or complex files may take slightly longer.
What file extension does PNG use?
PNG files use the .png file extension.
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