The quickest way: convert HEIC to JPG
Use the converter above. Drop your .heic file, download the JPG and open it anywhere. It is free and private.
Open HEIC on each device
Windows 10 and 11
Windows may need the HEIF and HEVC extensions from the Microsoft Store. Converting to JPG avoids this. See our Windows guide.
Mac
Preview and the Photos app open HEIC files natively on recent versions of macOS.
iPhone and iPad
HEIC opens natively. To share photos as JPG, see our iPhone guide.
Android
Recent versions of Android can show HEIC in the gallery or Google Photos, but older phones and many apps cannot. Convert to JPG to be safe.
Frequently asked questions
What program opens HEIC files?
Preview and Photos on Mac and iPhone open HEIC. On Windows you may need codecs from the Microsoft Store, or you can convert the file to JPG.
Why does my HEIC file not open on my PC?
Windows needs extra codecs to read HEIC. Converting the file to JPG makes it open everywhere.
Is it safe to convert HEIC files online?
With this tool, yes. The conversion runs inside your browser and your files are never uploaded.