PNG to HEIC Converter
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Use this PNG to HEIC converter to turn PNG files into HEIC right in your browser — ideal for iPhone and iPad photos and saving camera roll space. PNG supports transparency while HEIC does not, so transparent areas become a solid background color.
When should you convert PNG to HEIC?
- To reduce file size and make uploading and sharing easier
- When you don't need a transparent background
- To get HEIC's built-in advantage: high quality at small sizes
- To move past PNG's common limitation: larger files than JPG for photos
About PNG and HEIC files
PNG image
Strengths
- transparent backgrounds
- sharp text and lines
- lossless quality
Limitations
- larger files than JPG for photos
- no animation
HEIC image
Strengths
- high quality at small sizes
- default on Apple devices
Limitations
- poor support outside Apple devices
- often needs converting to share
PNG vs HEIC
| Format | PNG | HEIC |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy |
| Transparency | Yes | No |
| Best for | screenshots and logos and icons | iPhone and iPad photos and saving camera roll space |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this PNG to HEIC converter free?
- Yes. You can convert PNG to HEIC online for free, with no account and no watermark.
- Do I need to install software or sign up?
- No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — no installs and no account required.
- Will converting PNG to HEIC reduce quality?
- HEIC uses lossy compression, so the file can get smaller while some visual quality may change.
- Does HEIC support transparency?
- No. HEIC does not support transparent backgrounds, so transparent areas may become a solid background color.
- Are my files safe?
- Yes. Files are processed only to complete the conversion and are auto-deleted after 2 hours. We never share them.
- Can I convert multiple PNG files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.