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HEIC to PNG Converter

Move HEIC photos into PNG when you want broader compatibility without JPG output.

This route fits workflows that cannot accept HEIC input and where PNG is the safer handoff format.

Input
heic, heif
Output
png
Speed
Usually under a minute
Best for
design handoff • editing workflows
Convert your file

Upload HEIC

Supported input: heic, heif. Max file size: 100 MB.

File availability

Downloads stay available for 1 day on your current access level.

Ready files get a temporary download link that you can open or share.

Convert multiple files

Convert multiple files

If you repeat the same format change often, you can prepare a batch and process several files together.

Batch conversion is available on the Pro plan. Sign in to upload up to 25 files at once for this converter.

After upload, SwapMyFile checks the file, runs the conversion, and prepares a temporary download link.

Step by step

How to use this converter

  1. 1

    Choose a HEIC or HEIF file

    Start with a supported HEIC or HEIF source and check that the file is the version you want to convert.

  2. 2

    Review the format notes

    HEIC to PNG Converter explains what is preserved, what can change, and which settings matter before upload.

  3. 3

    Upload HEIC

    Upload the source file, run the conversion, and download the finished PNG result from the temporary link.

  4. 4

    Keep the original

    Save your original HEIC or HEIF file until you have checked that the PNG output fits the next app or publishing flow.

Expected output

You receive a PNG file that matches the stated converter limits. Useful when the target tool expects PNG or when you want a lossless container after decode.

Before you convert

Common issues to check

  • - does not recover more detail than the HEIC decode provides
  • - worker support must be explicit
  • - HEIC-specific metadata
  • - special capture extras

Not ideal for

  • - does not recover more detail than the HEIC decode provides
  • - worker support must be explicit
  • - HEIC-specific metadata
  • - special capture extras

Before you start

You should know the result and the limits before the upload begins.

Automatic file cleanup
Clear format and size limits
Temporary download links
No signup for basic use

What stays

  • - visible pixels
  • - dimensions

What may change

  • - HEIC-specific metadata
  • - special capture extras

Known limitations

  • - does not recover more detail than the HEIC decode provides
  • - worker support must be explicit

Typical use cases

  • - design handoff
  • - editing workflows
  • - compatibility fixes

Available options

  • - strip metadata
  • - normalize color profile

FAQ

What happens during HEIC to PNG conversion?

The converter decodes the HEIC image and stores the result as PNG for better compatibility with editing tools.

Are uploaded files kept permanently?

No. Files are kept only for a short time and downloads are served through temporary links.

Can quality or formatting change?

Yes. Each converter page calls out what is preserved, what may be lost, and which settings matter before upload.

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