HEIC to PNG Converter
Convert HEIC to PNG in your browser. Free, no signup. Conversion files are not uploaded to Format Convertly servers. Learn the formats, then convert when your workflow needs PNG.
Lossless output — transparency and full colour depth are preserved.
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- Processed on your device
- No conversion file stored on our servers
- Maximum file size: 100 MB
Conversion runs in your browser. Files are not uploaded to Format Convertly servers.
Format comparison
HEIC → PNG
- Compression
- Depends on the codec inside the file
- Lossless
- Transparency
- No alpha channel
- Can include alpha
This is a format comparison, not a live conversion preview. Convert a file above to see the real output.
Conversion Settings
Customize the output to match your needs.
Convert Quality
92%Quality slider applies when the target is JPG, WebP, or AVIF.
Resize Image (Optional)
Advanced settings
Additional Options
- Maintain aspect ratio
- Remove metadata (EXIF)Browser re-encoding writes a new file without the original EXIF block.
How to Convert HEIC to PNG
Add your HEIC
Drop a HEIC file into the browser panel. Nothing is sent to a remote queue.
Confirm settings
Review optional quality/size settings, then confirm PNG as the output.
Download PNG
Convert locally and download the PNG file when processing finishes.
Why Convert HEIC to PNG?
Private by design
HEIC → PNG runs in your browser. Files are not uploaded to a remote conversion queue.
Ready for the next step
Convert when a site, editor, or teammate expects PNG instead of HEIC.
Preserve detail
PNG: Lossless DEFLATE (PNG). Typically lossless or lightly transformed for editing and archival use.
Transparency aware
PNG can keep transparent pixels when the source supports them.
HEIC vs PNG
A quick side-by-side before you convert — deeper comparison lives on the full guide.
| Feature | HEIC | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | High-efficiency photo | Lossless |
| Transparency | Not the typical share path | Full alpha |
| Best for | Camera originals | UI, logos, screenshots |
| Typical size | Small for photos | Large for photos |
| Photo suitability | Excellent | Poor size/quality trade for photos |
| Compatibility | Apple-first | Universal |
| Web support | Weak native | Excellent |
Choose HEIC when…
- iPhone photo libraries
- Efficient personal archives
- Apple-centric camera workflows
Choose PNG when…
- Screenshots and UI captures
- Logos needing alpha
- Lossless design intermediates
- When every pixel must survive edits
What happens to image quality?
Converting from lossy HEIC into PNG cannot restore detail already discarded. PNG compatibility: Universal across browsers, phones, and design tools — the safest lossless web raster alongside JPG for photos Lossless output — transparency and full colour depth are preserved.
Tip
Converting from HEIC cannot restore detail already removed by lossy compression.
Does PNG support transparency?
PNG can store transparent pixels — PNG supports full 8-bit (and more) alpha transparency — ideal for soft edges, overlays, and logos on any background.
PNG format guide →Can converting HEIC to PNG restore lost detail?
No. HEIC is typically lossy — detail already discarded cannot be rebuilt by converting to PNG. You get a faithful copy of the current pixels.
HEIC format guide →HEIC · PNG
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Frequently Asked Questions
More on quality loss: conversion quality guides · problem-solution guides
Does HEIC to PNG improve quality?
No. PNG can preserve what remains, but it cannot restore detail HEIC already discarded. Convert for compatibility or lossless editing — not for a quality upgrade.
Does converting HEIC to PNG reduce quality?
Not beyond the HEIC source — PNG stores the current decoded data without a new lossy image/audio encode in typical lossless targets.
Can you recover quality after converting?
Not from a lossy output alone. Return to the original master (or a better source). Converting to a lossless format does not resurrect discarded detail.
What is generational loss?
Damage that stacks when you decode and lossy-encode the same file over and over (for example JPG→edit→JPG). Edit from masters and export delivery formats once.
Where can I learn more about conversion quality?
Browse Format Convertly’s Quality guides for topics like whether conversion reduces quality, JPG↔PNG myths, WebP/MP3/MP4 tradeoffs, recovery limits, and generational loss — each links to the right converter.
Why won't my HEIC file open?
Most Windows PCs, email clients, and websites lack HEIC support. Convert HEIC to JPG (or PNG) for a copy that opens everywhere — keep the HEIC as your master. Full guide: Why Won't My HEIC File Open?.
Where can I find more problem-solution guides?
Browse the Guides hub for long-tail fixes — HEIC won’t open, PNG too large, PDF not searchable, video too large, WebP upload failures, and more — each links to the right converter or tool.
What is a HEIC file?
HEIC is Apple’s default High Efficiency Image Container — usually HEVC-compressed photos that keep more detail in less space than JPG. iPhone cameras often save HEIC to shrink libraries without looking soft. Great on Apple devices; convert to JPG or PNG before sharing with Windows users, older apps, or websites that only accept JPEG.
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