How to Convert HEIC to JPG: 5 Methods Compared

There are several ways to convert HEIC images to JPG, each with different trade-offs in terms of speed, quality, and convenience. Here are the five most reliable methods.

Method 1: Online Converter (Fastest)

The quickest option is an online converter like HEICtoJPG.info. Upload your HEIC file, click convert, and download your JPG. No software to install, works on any device including iPhone and Android. Files are deleted immediately after conversion.

**Best for:** One-off conversions, users who don't want to install software, mobile users.

Method 2: Change iPhone Camera Settings

Go to Settings → Camera → Formats → Most Compatible. This changes your iPhone to capture new photos as JPG instead of HEIC. Note: this doesn't convert existing HEIC photos, and JPG files will be about twice as large.

**Best for:** Users who always need JPG and don't mind larger file sizes.

Method 3: macOS Preview (Mac Users Only)

Open your HEIC file in Preview, go to File → Export, and select JPEG as the format. You can also change the quality slider. This works for individual files but is slow for bulk conversion.

**Best for:** Mac users converting a few files occasionally.

Method 4: Windows Photos App

On Windows 10/11 with the HEIF Image Extensions installed, open the HEIC file in the Photos app. Click the three-dot menu → Save as copy → select JPEG. Requires the extension to be installed first.

**Best for:** Windows users with HEIF extensions already installed.

Method 5: Batch Conversion with Our Tool

For converting many HEIC files at once, our online converter supports multi-file upload. Select all your HEIC files at once and download them all as a ZIP file.

**Best for:** Bulk conversion of entire photo shoots or iPhone exports.

Comparison Table

For most users, our online converter is the fastest and most convenient option.