How to convert HEIC to PNG
- Select your HEIC file (or drag & drop it) — the file never leaves your device.
- Adjust the conversion options if you need to — the defaults work great for most files.
- Click the convert button and let your browser process the file locally.
- Download your new PNG file. Done — in four quick steps.
Why convert HEIC to PNG?
There are plenty of good reasons to convert HEIC to PNG — here are the ones that matter most:
Transparent areas in your file are preserved, because both HEIC and PNG support transparency.
PNG stores every pixel losslessly, so the output is larger but 100% faithful to the original.
PNG opens natively in virtually every app, browser and operating system, which makes it the safest choice for sharing.
Because all processing happens on your device, converted files are ready to download in seconds — even on slower connections.
HEIC vs PNG: what changes?
Here's how HEIC and PNG differ at a glance — this is exactly what the conversion changes for your file:
| Property | HEIC | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Lossy | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No | No |
| Vector graphics | No | No |
| Compatibility | Limited | Excellent |
Format information
About HEIC
- Compression
- Lossy
- Transparency
- Yes
- Compatibility
- Limited
About PNG
- Compression
- Lossless
- Transparency
- Yes
- Compatibility
- Excellent
Frequently asked questions
Is the HEIC to PNG converter really free?
Yes. Every tool on converteren.com is free, with no sign-up, no watermarks and no hidden limits on the number of files you can convert.
Is my file uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser using modern web technology. Your HEIC file never leaves your device — you could even disconnect from the internet after loading the page.
Will the quality be affected?
That depends on the formats involved. Transparent areas in your file are preserved, because both HEIC and PNG support transparency.
How large can my file be?
You can convert files up to 50.0 MB in this tool. Because processing happens locally, the practical limit also depends on your device's memory — modern laptops and phones handle large files comfortably.
Do I need to install anything?
No. Converteren.com works in any modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Edge — on desktop and mobile. There's nothing to download or install.