How to Open HEIC Files on Windows

Windows doesn't natively support HEIC files, which can be frustrating when you receive photos from iPhones. Here are the best ways to open and work with HEIC files on Windows.

Why Windows Can't Open HEIC

HEIC is a relatively new format developed by MPEG and adopted by Apple. Microsoft hasn't added native HEIC support to older Windows versions, though Windows 10 and 11 can view HEIC files after installing a codec pack. However, the easiest solution is to convert HEIC to a universally supported format like JPG or PNG.

Convert HEIC to JPG/PNG

The most reliable way to work with HEIC files on Windows is to convert them to JPG or PNG format. Our browser-based converter processes files locally, so you don't need to install any software or upload files to the cloud. Simply use our HEIC to JPG converter or HEIC to PNG converter to get compatible files instantly.

Privacy & Security

Our converter runs entirely in your browser, meaning your HEIC files never leave your Windows computer. This ensures complete privacy and security. Learn more about what HEIC is and the differences between HEIC and JPG.