How to Convert iPhone HEIC Photos to JPG

If you have an iPhone or iPad, your photos are probably saved in HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) format. Apple adopted this format because it produces smaller files than JPG while maintaining the same quality. The problem is that HEIC isn't supported everywhere: many websites, Windows software and applications can't open these files.

What is HEIC format?

HEIC is an image format developed by the Moving Picture Experts Group (MPEG) and adopted by Apple starting with iOS 11. It uses more efficient compression than JPEG, reducing file size by about 50% at the same visual quality. It also supports advanced features like Live Photos, depth of field and image sequences. Despite its technical advantages, poor compatibility with non-Apple devices often makes it a problem when sharing photos.

How to convert HEIC to JPG online

With CandyFile you can convert your HEIC photos to JPG (or PNG, WEBP and other formats) in seconds, directly from the browser. No app installation needed and the service is completely free.

Better to convert to JPG or PNG?

It depends on how you'll use it. JPG is ideal for photographs because it produces lightweight files while maintaining good visual quality. It's the universal format supported everywhere. PNG is preferable if you need to maintain transparency or if the image contains text, logos or graphics with sharp edges. For web use, WEBP offers the best compression with excellent quality.

How to avoid the problem in the future

If you prefer your iPhone to save photos directly in JPG, you can change the setting in device Settings. Go to Settings → Camera → Formats and select "Most Compatible" instead of "High Efficiency". This will save photos in standard JPEG format, but they'll take up more space on your device.