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HEIC to JPG on Android

Some Android apps cannot open HEIC photos. You may get HEIC files by e-mail or from an iPhone.

Use this page in Chrome or another browser. Tap Choose files to open a HEIC file from the Downloads folder. The photo gallery list does not always show HEIC files.

On many Samsung phones the camera has a setting named High efficiency pictures. If you turn it off, the camera saves JPG. The name can be different on your phone.

Your phone converts the photos. Nothing goes to a server.

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Output format

The page removes the location (GPS) from your photos. The date taken always stays.

Choose photos

Drop your photos here

You can also paste them. HEIC, JPG and PNG files work. You can add many files.

Is your photo in Downloads or Files? Use Choose files.

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Your converted photos show here. Then you can download them.

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HEIC to JPG on Android: step by step

  1. Open this page in your browser.
  2. Tap Choose files. Open the Downloads folder, or the folder where your HEIC photos are. Select them.
  3. Wait while the page converts each photo.
  4. Tap Download, or Download all (ZIP) for many photos.

JPG files are small. They are the best choice for most photos.

Questions

How do I open a HEIC file from my Downloads folder?

Tap Choose files. The file window opens. Open the Downloads folder and select your HEIC files.

Why does the photo gallery not show my HEIC file?

A downloaded file is often not in the gallery list. Tap Choose files to pick it from a folder.

How do I stop my Samsung phone from saving HEIC?

In the camera settings, look for High efficiency pictures and turn it off. The name can be different on your phone.

Do I need an app?

No. The page works in Chrome and other browsers. Your phone converts the photos and nothing leaves it. Read more about privacy.

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