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How to Convert JPG to HEIC
Upload Files
Select your JPG files by dragging and dropping or clicking to browse.
Choose Settings
HEIC is pre-selected. Adjust quality and metadata options if needed.
Download
Click Convert and download your HEIC files instantly.
Why Convert JPG to HEIC?
Converting from JPG to HEIC is useful when you need smaller file sizes and Safari only support. JPG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) files can be converted to HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) instantly using our browser-based converter — no uploads needed, completely free.
JPG vs HEIC Comparison
| Feature | JPG | HEIC |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | Lossy |
| Transparency | No | Yes |
| Animation | No | Yes |
| Browser Support | Universal | Safari only |
| Typical File Size | Small to medium | Smaller (50% less than JPG) |
| Best For | Photos, web images, email, sharing | iPhone/iPad photos, storage efficiency |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, completely safe. PhotoFormatLab processes your files entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your images are never uploaded to any server — the conversion happens on your device. No one else can see or access your files.
HEIC uses lossy compression, so there may be a very slight quality reduction. However, at our default quality setting of 90%, the difference is virtually imperceptible. You can adjust the quality slider to find the perfect balance between file size and quality.
Yes! You can drag and drop multiple files at once, or use our batch converter to process many files simultaneously. All conversions run in parallel on your device for fast results.
JPG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) uses lossy compression and is best for photos, web images, email, sharing. HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) uses lossy compression and is best for iphone/ipad photos, storage efficiency.
There's no hard limit since processing happens on your device. However, very large files (over 50MB) may take longer to process depending on your device's capabilities. For best performance, we recommend files under 25MB.
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