PNG to HEIC Converter
Convert PNG images to Apple HEIC format for superior compression and iOS/macOS compatibility. Perfect for reducing PNG file sizes while maintaining excellent visual quality on Apple devices.
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Complete Guide: PNG to HEIC Converter
Everything you need to know about using this tool effectively
The PNG to HEIC Converter transforms PNG images into HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) format. HEIC is Apple's native image format, offering dramatically smaller file sizes than PNG while maintaining excellent visual quality. The tool renders your PNG to a canvas and exports it as HEIC entirely in the browser, so your image never leaves your device.
This tool reads your PNG file, renders it to a canvas, and exports it as HEIC format using the HEVC codec. HEIC achieves significantly smaller file sizes than PNG through advanced compression. Transparent areas in PNG are filled with a white background in the HEIC output since HEIC does not support transparency.
Apple device optimization
Convert PNG images to HEIC for storage on iPhones and iPads where HEIC is the native camera format, saving significant storage space.
iCloud storage savings
Reduce PNG file sizes before uploading to iCloud by converting to space-efficient HEIC format, stretching your storage plan further.
macOS app development
Prepare HEIC image assets for macOS applications and workflows targeting the Apple ecosystem.
Photo library consistency
Convert imported PNG screenshots to HEIC format for a consistent format across your Apple Photos library.
Upload an image
Drag and drop or click to browse for your PNG file.
Convert
Click Convert. The tool renders your PNG and generates a HEIC file.
Download
Save the converted HEIC image to your device.
HEIC is primarily supported in the Apple ecosystem. Use JPG or WebP if you need broad cross-platform compatibility.
Transparent areas in PNG files will be filled with a white background in the HEIC output.
HEIC typically reduces file size by 50 percent or more compared to PNG.
Windows 10 and later can open HEIC files after installing the HEIF Image Extension from the Microsoft Store.
Will transparency be preserved?
No. HEIC does not support transparency. Transparent areas in your PNG will be filled with a white background in the output.
Is my image uploaded to a server?
No. All processing happens in your browser using the Canvas API. The image never leaves your device.
What is the maximum file size?
The tool supports images up to 50MB. HEIC files are typically much smaller than the PNG source due to advanced compression.
Can Windows open HEIC files?
Yes, on Windows 10 and later with the HEIF Image Extension from the Microsoft Store. macOS and iOS support HEIC natively without any extensions.
Can I convert multiple images at once?
Yes. Upload multiple files and the tool converts all of them.