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HEIC to PNG Converter

Convert HEIC to PNG online for free. Fast, secure, and high-quality conversion with no sign-up or software required.

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  • No file stored beyond 1 hour
  • Encrypted over TLS 1.2/1.3
  • No watermarks

Drag and drop your files here or click to upload.

Maximum file size is 1GB

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How it works

Three steps to your converted file

Everything happens in your browser tab - upload, pick a format, download. The heavy lifting runs on our servers.

  1. 01

    Upload your file

    Drag and drop, click to browse, or paste a URL. Batches take up to 20 files at once - 230+ input formats across video, audio, image, document, and archive types.

  2. 02

    Choose an output format

    Pick from over a hundred output formats. Filter by category or search by name - every option is open to everyone, no account needed.

  3. 03

    Convert & download

    Hit Convert and grab your download link moments later. Originals are erased when the job completes; results are cleared within about an hour.

HEIC to PNG

Why convert HEIC to PNG?

HEIC is a lossy format, while PNG is a lossless format. PNG opens on almost any device, while HEIC often needs extra software.

  • No further quality loss

    PNG is lossless, so from here on the file keeps every detail - good for editing and archiving.

  • Opens everywhere

    PNG opens in every browser, phone and computer, while HEIC needs apple devices; Windows needs an extra extension.

  • Where PNG works best

    Logos, screenshots, graphics and images with text or transparency.

HEIC vs PNG: what's the difference?

PropertyHEICPNG
TypeImageImage
CompressionLossy (smaller files, some quality loss)Lossless (no quality loss)
Transparent backgroundYesYes
AnimationNoNo
Opens inApple devices; Windows needs an extra extensionEvery browser, phone and computer
Best foriPhone and iPad photos (saves storage)Logos, screenshots, graphics and images with text or transparency

What is a HEIC file?

High Efficiency Image Container

Developed By
MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group)
Initial Release
2015
MIME Type
image/heic

HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is the file extension used for images stored in the High Efficiency Image File Format (HEIF) specifically when encoded with the High Efficiency Video Coding (HEVC/H.265) standard. Adopted by Apple in iOS 11 and macOS High Sierra, it encapsulates single images or image sequences using the ISO Base Media File Format (ISOBMFF). It offers superior compression ratios-typically 50% smaller than equivalent JPEGs-while supporting 16-bit color depth, transparency (alpha channels), and non-destructive editing instructions.

How to open a HEIC file

Native support is available on macOS (High Sierra and later), iOS 11+, and Windows 10/11 (provided the HEIF Image Extensions and HEVC Video Extensions are installed from the Microsoft Store). Android 9 (Pie) and later also support the format natively. For older systems or non-compatible software, users often require conversion tools like iMazing HEIC Converter or must use viewers like VLC Media Player and GIMP, which have integrated HEIC decoding libraries.

What is a PNG file?

Portable Network Graphics

Developed By
PNG Development Group
Initial Release
1996
MIME Type
image/png

Portable Network Graphics (PNG) is a raster graphics file format that supports lossless data compression, created as a patent-free replacement for the Graphics Interchange Format (GIF). Standardized as ISO/IEC 15948:2004, PNG utilizes the DEFLATE compression algorithm (a combination of LZ77 and Huffman coding) and supports palette-based images, grayscale, and full-color non-palette-based RGB/RGBA images. A defining feature is its alpha channel support, allowing for variable transparency levels, unlike the binary transparency of GIF. It does not support animation but offers gamma correction and interlacing via the Adam7 algorithm.

How to open a PNG file

PNG files possess near-universal compatibility across all major operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS) and web browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari) without requiring additional software. Default image viewers such as Microsoft Photos, Apple Preview, and virtually all graphics editing software including GIMP, Adobe Photoshop, and Paint.NET natively handle the format.

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Why RunConvert

The fastest way to convert any file

Purpose-built for speed, privacy, and breadth of format support.

  • Convert HEIC to PNG in seconds

    Every HEIC to PNG conversion runs on our servers, so your device stays fast and the output quality stays intact.

  • Fast, cloud-powered

    No queue, no waiting. Files are processed on high-performance servers and returned in seconds, even for large files.

  • Secure & private

    Encrypted in transit and never shared with anyone. Uploads are erased the moment your job completes, and results shortly after.

  • Free - no account needed

    Convert without creating an account - no credit card, no trial clock. Sign in only if you want history and higher daily limits.

Developer API

Convert HEIC to PNG via API

Automate HEIC to PNG conversions in three steps: create a job, upload your file, then poll for the result.

Replace YOUR_API_KEY with your RunConvert API key. Get your free API key at runconvert.com/api.

# 1. Create job
curl -X POST https://api.runconvert.com/v3/jobs \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -d '{
    "tag": "heic-to-png",
    "tasks": {
      "upload-file": {
        "operation": "import/upload"
      },
      "convert": {
        "operation": "convert",
        "input": "upload-file",
        "output_format": "png"
      },
      "export-result": {
        "operation": "export/url",
        "input": "convert"
      }
    }
  }'

# 2. Upload your file (use upload_url from the response)
curl -X PUT "$UPLOAD_URL" --upload-file input.heic

# 3. Poll for result
curl https://api.runconvert.com/v3/jobs/$JOB_ID?include=tasks \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY"

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about converting HEIC to PNG with RunConvert.

Upload your .heic file, select PNG as the output, and click Convert. PNG is a good choice if you need a lossless copy of the photo for editing.

Choose JPG for smaller file sizes and everyday sharing, or PNG if you need a lossless copy for further editing - both are widely compatible alternatives to HEIC.

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