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Uploads travel over HTTPS and are processed on secure workers — converted PNGs are deleted within 24 hours, originals within 6-24 hours.
HEIF to PNG Converter
Convert HEIF to PNG online with a lossless decode that preserves full image quality. Upload a .heif or .heic file and download a crisp PNG in seconds—free.
- Encrypted transfer, automatic cleanup
- Lossless, orientation-correct output
- Runs on a dedicated decode queue
- Free to try, no account needed first
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HEIF, HEIC· up to 20.0 MB per file
Files are private and deleted after conversion
Anonymous files: 20 MB. Free accounts: 50 MB and batches of 5. Paid accounts: 200 MB and batches of 100.
Why use this HEIF to PNG?
Convert HEIF to PNG online with a lossless decode that preserves full image quality. Upload a .heif or .heic file and download a crisp PNG in seconds—free.
Lossless, orientation-correct output
Every pixel is preserved exactly, and the EXIF rotation flag is applied automatically so portrait photos never turn out sideways.
Runs on a dedicated decode queue
HEIF decoding is handled by workers built for it, so even full-resolution photos are usually ready in seconds.
Free to try, no account needed first
Your first HEIF file up to 20 MB converts free with no sign-in — create an account only when you need more.
How to use the HEIF to PNG
- 01
Upload your .heif file
Select or drag the file — it uploads over an encrypted HTTPS connection to start the job on our servers.
- 02
Server decodes the HEIF image
A worker decodes the HEIF data and reads its EXIF orientation flag so the output faces the right way.
- 03
Written as lossless PNG
Every decoded pixel is written into a PNG container unchanged — no further compression is applied.
- 04
Download your PNG
Grab the file from the signed download link; both the original upload and the output are deleted automatically afterward.
Best source settings for the HEIF to PNG
Choose settings that match the result you need.
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| Need | Recommended setting | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic lossless output | This tool has no dials: the worker decodes your HEIF and writes every pixel into the PNG unchanged. PNG offers no quality slider because it never discards data — the only trade-off is a file larger than the highly compressed HEIF original. | This tool has no dials: the worker decodes your HEIF and writes every pixel into the PNG unchanged. PNG offers no quality slider because it never discards data — the only trade-off is a file larger than the highly compressed HEIF original. |
- Upload your .heif file
- Select or drag the file — it uploads over an encrypted HTTPS connection to start the job on our servers.
- Server decodes the HEIF image
- A worker decodes the HEIF data and reads its EXIF orientation flag so the output faces the right way.
HEIF to PNG input and output
Review what the tool accepts, how it processes the file, and what it produces.
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| Feature | HEIF | PNG |
|---|---|---|
| Format | HEIF | PNG |
| Processing | Secure cloud processing | Secure cloud processing |
| Result | Convert HEIF to PNG online with a lossless decode that preserves full image quality. Upload a .heif or .heic file and download a crisp PNG in seconds—free. | Convert HEIF to PNG online with a lossless decode that preserves full image quality. Upload a .heif or .heic file and download a crisp PNG in seconds—free. |
Where to use files from the HEIF to PNG
The output is ready for common workflows supported by its format.
- Encrypted transfer, automatic cleanup
- Uploads travel over HTTPS and are processed on secure workers — converted PNGs are deleted within 24 hours, originals within 6-24 hours.
- Lossless, orientation-correct output
- Every pixel is preserved exactly, and the EXIF rotation flag is applied automatically so portrait photos never turn out sideways.
- Runs on a dedicated decode queue
- HEIF decoding is handled by workers built for it, so even full-resolution photos are usually ready in seconds.
- Free to try, no account needed first
- Your first HEIF file up to 20 MB converts free with no sign-in — create an account only when you need more.
About the formats
HEIF
HEIF (High Efficiency Image File Format) is the MPEG container standard that HEIC is built on. It most commonly holds images compressed with the HEVC codec — that flavor is what gets branded HEIC — and the container can also carry image sequences, depth maps, and rich metadata. The same ISOBMFF container family also underlies AVIF, which wraps AV1-compressed images as a separate but related format.
It offers strong compression and modern features, but real-world support is largely limited to Apple devices and a handful of professional tools; browsers do not display HEIF natively. HEVC-based files also carry patent licensing baggage that slows adoption. For sharing or web use, convert HEIF to JPG, PNG, or WebP.
PNG
PNG is a lossless raster image format created in the mid-1990s as a patent-free replacement for GIF. It is the standard choice for screenshots, logos, UI graphics, and any image that needs transparency.
PNG preserves every pixel exactly and supports a full 8-bit alpha channel, so text and sharp edges stay crisp. The downside is size: photographs saved as PNG are far larger than the same image as JPG or WebP. Support is universal in browsers and editors, making it a safe default for graphics — just avoid it for large photo collections.
Privacy and file handling
This tool uses secure cloud processing for formats or operations browsers cannot handle reliably.
- Secure transfer
- Files are transferred over HTTPS and used only for the requested operation.
- Automatic deletion
- Inputs are removed within 6–24 hours and generated outputs within 24 hours.
- Private downloads
- Results are delivered with expiring signed download links.
HEIF to PNG troubleshooting
- The PNG is far larger than my HEIF
- That is normal: HEIF is one of the most efficient photo formats around, while PNG stores every pixel losslessly. If file size matters more than lossless output, convert to JPG instead.
- My download link no longer works
- Converted files are deleted automatically within 24 hours for privacy, so links expire. Run the conversion again to get a fresh link, and save the PNG to your device right away.
- The upload fails or stalls
- Check the file against your size limit (20 MB anonymous, 50 MB free account, 200 MB paid) and your connection. Anonymous visitors get a single server conversion — sign in to keep converting.
FAQ
- Is HEIF the same as HEIC — am I on the right page?
- You are in the right place. HEIF is the official name of the format standard, while HEIC refers to HEIF files whose image data is HEVC-compressed — the naming iPhones use. Whether your file ends in .heif or .heic, this tool decodes it to PNG.
- Why convert HEIF to PNG instead of JPG?
- PNG is lossless, so nothing gets re-compressed after decoding — the safest choice when you plan to keep editing the image. If you only need a small file to share, JPG is the better target.
- What happens to my upload?
- Files travel over encrypted HTTPS and are processed on our servers. Converted PNGs are deleted automatically within 24 hours, and your uploaded originals within 6–24 hours.
- What are the usage and size limits?
- Without an account you get one free server conversion for files up to 20 MB, then you will be asked to sign in. Free accounts include 3 conversions (valid for 30 days) with a 50 MB cap; paid plans allow files up to 200 MB.
- Will my HEIF photo gain transparency once it is a PNG?
- No. PNG supports an alpha channel, but conversion can't invent transparency your HEIF never stored — HEIC/HEIF photos from phone cameras have a solid background, so the PNG keeps it. Run a background-removal tool afterward if you need a transparent photo.
- Will the orientation be correct, or could it come out sideways?
- The worker reads the EXIF orientation flag from your HEIF and applies the correct rotation before writing the PNG, so portrait shots stay upright even in apps that ignore metadata.
- Is this the same as your HEIC to PNG converter?
- Yes, functionally — HEIC is just the HEVC-compressed variant of HEIF, so both tools decode through the same pipeline and produce identical PNGs. This page exists for the .heif extension specifically, common on Android phones and newer cameras.
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