Is this HEIC to PNG converter really free?

Yes. Up to 5 files at a time, no signup, no catch. The free tier adds a small watermark to image output — Pro ($9.99/mo or $49/yr) removes it, raises the file size limit to 500 MB, and unlocks unlimited batch conversion.

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No — and you can verify it yourself. Open DevTools → Network tab, then convert a file. You'll see zero upload requests. Everything runs in your browser via WebAssembly. We never see your files.

How long does conversion take?

Usually 1–3 seconds for a typical file. The very first conversion on a fresh page load may take 5–20 seconds while the WebAssembly codec loads — after that it's instant. Your CPU does all the work locally.

What is the file size limit?

Free: up to 10 MB per file, 5 files per batch. Pro: up to 500 MB per file, unlimited batch. If you're working with large videos or RAW photos, Pro is built for that.

Can I batch convert multiple HEIC files at once?

Yes — drop multiple files at once (or Ctrl/Cmd+click to select them) and they all convert in parallel. Free accounts handle up to 5 files per batch; Pro has no limit.

Will the image quality change after conversion?

It depends on the formats involved. Converting to a lossless format like PNG preserves every pixel exactly. Converting to a lossy format like JPEG or WebP applies compression — we default to 85% quality, which looks identical to the original for almost all images. You won't notice a difference unless you zoom in pixel-by-pixel.

Do you support batch image conversion?

Yes — drop multiple images at once and they all convert in parallel. Free accounts handle up to 5 at a time; Pro is unlimited. Download everything as a single ZIP when you're done.

Why does my iPhone save photos as HEIC instead of JPEG?

Since iOS 11, Apple uses HEIC by default because it's about 50% smaller than JPEG at the same visual quality. You can change it in Settings → Camera → Formats → Most Compatible to shoot in JPEG instead.

Is my photo uploaded to your server?

Never. The conversion runs entirely inside your browser using WebAssembly. Your files never leave your device.

How private is this converter?

Completely private — by design, not policy. There is no upload endpoint. Files are processed using WebAssembly inside your browser tab and disappear the moment you close it. We collect only anonymous page-view counts; your file content is never seen or stored.

HEIC to PNG Converter — Free, Fast, In-Browser

How to convert HEIC to PNG online

1
Drop your HEIC file
Drag and drop your High Efficiency Image Container file onto the converter, or click to browse your files. You can select up to 5 at once. Nothing leaves your device — conversion happens right here in the browser.
2
Hit Convert — it happens locally
Click Convert and watch it go. There's no upload, no server queue, no waiting. The converter runs High Efficiency Image Container → Portable Network Graphics entirely in your browser tab using WebAssembly. Most files finish in 1–3 seconds.
3
Download your PNG
Your Portable Network Graphics file is ready. Click Download, or grab a ZIP if you converted a batch. Close the tab and everything disappears — no copies kept anywhere.

HEIC vs PNG: format overview

HEIC

High Efficiency Image Container

Apple (based on MPEG HEIF/ISO spec) · 2017

Compression: lossy
Color depth: 12-bit
Transparency: Yes

✓ 50% smaller than JPEG at equivalent quality
✓ Supports 16-bit depth and HDR
✗ Poor browser support

PNG

Portable Network Graphics

PNG Development Group (Thomas Boutell) · 1996

Compression: lossless
Color depth: 16-bit
Transparency: Yes

✓ Lossless compression — pixel-perfect quality
✓ Full alpha transparency (8-bit alpha channel)

HEIC magic bytes: 00 00 00 18 66 74 79 70 68 65 69 63

PNG magic bytes: 89 50 4E 47 0D 0A 1A 0A

Why convert HEIC to PNG?

If you've ever tried to open a HEIC file and hit a wall — the app won't accept it, the website rejects it, or the preview just shows a broken icon — you already know why this conversion matters.

High Efficiency Image Container is great for what it was designed for, but it has real-world limitations: poor browser support and requires codec on windows. The moment you step outside that original context, it gets frustrating fast.

Portable Network Graphics is the safer choice for Logos and UI assets, Screenshots, Images requiring transparency. Its main advantages — lossless compression — pixel-perfect quality and full alpha transparency (8-bit alpha channel) — mean it just works wherever you need it.

A few common reasons people end up here: - Their target app, site, or device doesn't accept HEIC - They need a smaller file for email or upload (PNG often compresses better) - They need Portable Network Graphics's specific capability: lossless compression — pixel-perfect quality - Compatibility with older software that pre-dates High Efficiency Image Container

The conversion is one-way: you get a PNG that works everywhere Portable Network Graphics is expected. The original HEIC file is not touched.

Quality & file size: HEIC to PNG

Typical file sizes: HEIC 1.5–3 MB → PNG 8–25 MB.

Converting from lossy HEIC to lossless PNG will not recover detail the HEIC codec already discarded — but the output will not degrade any further. This is useful when you need a lossless format for editing or compatibility without additional compression artifacts.

Color depth: HEIC supports 12-bit, PNG supports 16-bit.

Transparency: HEIC supports transparency. PNG preserves transparency.

Frequently asked questions

Privacy: how FormatDrop handles your files

Your HEICfiles are converted 100% inside your browser using WebAssembly. They are never uploaded to our servers, never stored, and never seen by anyone other than you. This isn't a privacy policy claim — it's an architectural guarantee: our server has no endpoint that receives file bytes.