Convert HEIC to WebP Online

Smaller files than PNG, free, no upload required

Convert HEIC photos from your iPhone to WebP. WebP produces files 25 to 34% smaller than JPEG with near-identical visual quality and supports transparency. Runs entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.

Smaller than PNG

25 to 34% smaller than JPEG

No uploads

Files stay on your device

Batch convert

Multiple files at once

Balanced

Drop HEIC files here or click to browse

Supports .heic and .heif. All processing stays in your browser.

Why convert HEIC to WebP

WebP sits between JPEG and PNG. It uses lossy compression like JPEG but achieves 25 to 34% smaller file sizes at the same visual quality. It also supports transparency like PNG. For web use, WebP is the format Google recommends and the one that improves Core Web Vitals scores most efficiently.

Web images

WebP is the recommended format for website images. Smaller files mean faster load times and better Lighthouse scores.

Social media

Platforms like Twitter and Facebook process WebP efficiently. Uploading a well-prepared WebP file often survives platform recompression better than JPEG.

Transparency support

Unlike JPEG, WebP supports alpha transparency. Convert HEIC screenshots or product photos that need a transparent background.

Sharing on modern devices

All modern browsers and apps support WebP. If recipients use Chrome, Safari or Firefox, WebP will open without any issues.

Frequently asked questions

Why convert HEIC to WebP instead of JPG or PNG?

WebP is the middle ground between JPG and PNG. It is 25 to 34% smaller than JPEG at the same visual quality, and it supports transparency like PNG. Choose WebP when you need both good quality and smaller file size, particularly for web use.

Does WebP preserve transparency from HEIC?

Yes. WebP supports full alpha transparency. Most iPhone HEIC photos do not contain transparency, but if the original does, the WebP output will preserve it.

What quality setting should I use for HEIC to WebP?

Quality 82 is the default and produces a good balance of file size and visual quality. Use 75 to 80 for even smaller files when you are uploading to a website or sharing online. Use 85 to 90 if you need to preserve fine photographic detail.

Is WebP supported everywhere?

WebP is supported by all modern browsers including Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Edge, covering over 97% of global usage. However, some older software, email clients, and upload portals may not accept WebP. If compatibility is the priority, convert to JPG instead.

Are my HEIC photos uploaded to a server?

No. All conversion happens entirely in your browser. Your files never leave your device. GPS, EXIF and metadata are not present in the WebP output.

Can I convert multiple HEIC files at once?

Yes. Drop multiple HEIC files or select them from the file picker. Each converts independently. Download individually or as a ZIP file.