How HEIC to PNG conversion works
HEIC (and HEIF) is a modern image format that saves space on iPhone, but many websites, apps and workflows still prefer PNG for compatibility and clean edges. This HEIC to PNG converter exports your iPhone photos to standard PNG files locally in your browser, so they work reliably for editing, design, screenshots and sharing.
When to use this tool
Use the HEIC to PNG tool whenever you:
- Need sharp lines and text, such as UI screenshots, diagrams, labels or product mockups.
- Work in design tools or pipelines that standardize on PNG for import/export.
- Share images with people using older software that doesn’t handle HEIC reliably.
- Want one consistent format for a mixed folder of photos, screenshots and graphics.
If you mainly need smaller files for uploads, use HEIC to JPG Converter. If you ever need to go the other direction, use PNG to HEIC Converter.
Step-by-step: from HEIC to ready PNG
Converting your photos follows a short, repeatable routine:
- Add your HEIC photos. Drag files into the drop area or click to choose them from your device.
- Adjust PNG compression. Higher values usually take longer but can reduce file size. PNG stays lossless either way.
- Decide on metadata. Keep dates and orientation if you want files to behave like originals.
- Convert. Start the conversion and wait for each file to be processed locally.
- Save your PNGs. Download individually or use “Save all PNGs” when available.
Privacy, limits and how this tool treats your photos
FileYoga is built around a simple rule: your files stay with you. This HEIC to PNG converter follows that rule closely.
Local-only conversion
Photos are processed in your browser. We do not upload, scan or store your files on FileYoga servers.
No hidden copies
When you clear the list or close the tab, the tool stops using your files and does not save copies on a server.
No artificial limits
No paywalls or quotas. The only limits come from your device’s memory and your browser.
No account required
Use the converter without signing up. Open the page, convert your photos, and leave when you are done.
Practical limits to know about:
- Device memory: large photos and big batches can hit browser RAM limits. If it slows down or fails, convert in smaller groups.
- HEIC variants: some iPhone photos include extra data (Live Photos video, portrait depth, HDR metadata). PNG output keeps the visible image, but not the extra modes.
- Browser support: results are best in modern browsers. If a file won’t load, try an updated Chrome/Edge/Safari.
File size and compression for PNG
PNG is a lossless format, which means it preserves visible detail and sharp edges. The slider in this tool adjusts how aggressively the PNG is compressed: higher settings may take longer but can reduce file size. It does not “lower” image quality in the way JPG compression does.
A good default for mixed batches. Keeps processing steady while reducing PNG size for sharing and uploads.
Best for screenshots, UI, diagrams and graphics where clean edges matter. Often a solid balance of size and speed.
Use when you want the smallest PNG output and don’t mind a bit more processing time, especially for larger images.
What happens to photo information
Digital photos often carry extra information such as the date, time, device model and orientation. This tool lets you choose whether to:
- Keep basic metadata: helpful for sorting images by date or keeping them upright automatically.
- Remove metadata: useful when sharing images publicly or when you want leaner, more anonymous files.
If you are sending images to friends, family or small teams, keeping metadata is usually convenient. For public websites and large distributions, you may prefer to turn it off.
Practical tips for smoother conversions
- Convert similar images together. Keep screenshots and camera photos in separate batches for easier review.
- Test one file first. Convert a single image, open it in your target app, then convert the rest.
- Use PNG for sharp edges. UI, text and diagrams usually look cleaner as PNG than JPG.
- Keep originals. HEIC originals are space-efficient. Keep them if you can, especially for your archive.
Troubleshooting
- My HEIC files won’t add to the list. Confirm the files end with .heic or .heif. If they came from a chat app, re-save them to Photos/Files first, then try again.
- Conversion starts but some files fail. Split large batches into smaller groups and close heavy tabs. Browser memory is the most common limiter.
- The PNG downloads but won’t open in my editor. Try opening it in another viewer first. If one image fails repeatedly, it may be a corrupted HEIC variant.
- Images look rotated wrong. Enable “Keep basic metadata (date & orientation)” and convert again so orientation is preserved.
- Colors look different after conversion. Some iPhone photos use wide-gamut color. If you see a shift in one app, test the PNG in another viewer and keep compression moderate.
- I expected a Live Photo to become a moving file. Live Photos include a still image plus a short video. This tool exports the still image as PNG (motion isn’t included).
Frequently asked questions
No. Conversion happens entirely in your browser. FileYoga does not upload, scan or store your HEIC or PNG files on a server.
PNG is lossless, so it preserves visible detail and sharp edges. The slider mainly changes compression and file size, not clarity.
Some HEIC files include variants or extra data (HDR/Depth/Live Photo components) that are harder for browsers to decode. Try converting fewer files at once and use an up-to-date browser.
FileYoga doesn’t set quotas, but your device does. Large batches and very high-resolution photos can run out of browser memory, so convert in smaller groups if it slows down.
PNG supports transparency. If your source image contains transparency, the exported PNG can preserve it. Regular iPhone camera photos usually don’t include transparent backgrounds.
If “Keep basic metadata” is enabled, the tool aims to keep helpful basics like date and orientation. Turning it off produces leaner output with less metadata.
No. Live Photos include a still image plus a short video. This converter exports the still image as PNG; motion isn’t included in PNG.
Choose PNG for sharp edges, text, screenshots and editing. Choose JPG when you mainly need smaller files for uploads or sharing. You can use HEIC to JPG Converter for that.
You can convert PNG back to HEIC, but it mainly changes the container and storage efficiency. It won’t restore extra modes (like Live Photo motion) that aren’t part of PNG.