Batch HEIC Converter

Convert entire iPhone and iPad photo libraries from Apple's HEIC format to universally compatible JPG or PNG in a single batch operation, eliminating the tedious one-by-one conversion that HEIC compatibility issues typically require. HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) became Apple's default camera format starting with iOS 11, using HEVC video codec technology to achieve impressive compression ratios. However, this proprietary format creates constant friction when sharing photos with Windows users, uploading to websites, printing services, or using non-Apple software that lacks HEIC support.

The batch processor uses WebAssembly-compiled HEIC decoding libraries running entirely in your browser—your personal photos never leave your device. Drag entire folder structures exported from your Photos library, and the tool processes them in parallel, showing real-time progress for each image. Choose between JPG output (smaller files suitable for most sharing purposes) or PNG output (lossless quality for editing or archival). Quality settings for JPG output let you balance file size against visual fidelity. Results download as an organized ZIP file preserving your original folder structure, making organization straightforward.

Families with mixed Apple/non-Apple households convert photos before sharing with relatives who can't open HEIC files. Photographers using iPhone as a secondary camera batch-convert captures for integration into Lightroom, Capture One, or Photoshop workflows. Travelers preparing photos for sharing, printing, or uploading to travel blogs convert entire trips at once. Real estate and insurance professionals who capture documentation photos on iPhones convert for submission to systems requiring standard formats. Genealogy enthusiasts digitizing family photo collections ensure long-term format accessibility. Parents preparing photos for school projects, yearbooks, or print services convert batches for universal compatibility. Anyone managing an iPhone photo library who wants assurance that their memories remain accessible regardless of Apple's format choices will find batch HEIC conversion indispensable.