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HEIC Compressor
Shrink iPhone HEIC photos into small, shareable JPG or WebP files. Resize and adjust quality to fit email attachments and upload limits.
Processed locally in your browser
Converted on your device. Your photos never leave this browser.
How to use the HEIC Compressor
- 1
Add HEIC photos
Drop your photos onto the compressor or pick them from your device.
- 2
Set size and quality
Choose a maximum size (for example 2560 px) and a quality level. Balanced is a good start.
- 3
Compare and download
See the new file size next to each photo, then download individually or as a ZIP.
Why use this tool
- Fit upload limitsGet photos under common limits for email attachments, forms and marketplaces.
- Resize and compress togetherReducing dimensions is the most effective way to save space — do it in the same step.
- See the savingsEach file shows its original and new size so you can fine-tune the settings.
- Strip location before sharingRemove GPS coordinates or all metadata while compressing.
How to make HEIC photos smaller
HEIC is already an efficient format, so the biggest savings come from reducing the number of pixels. A 24-megapixel photo from a recent iPhone measures about 5712 × 4284 pixels. Resizing it to a maximum of 2560 px keeps it sharp on any screen while cutting the pixel count by around 80%.
The compressor combines three techniques:
- Resizing — choose a maximum long edge from 4096 px down to 1280 px.
- Quality — Balanced removes detail the eye rarely notices; Low produces the smallest files.
- Format — WebP is generally smaller than JPG at the same visual quality; JPG is the most compatible.
Realistic expectations
Converting a HEIC photo to JPG without resizing often makes the file larger, because JPG compression is less efficient than HEIC. That's why the compressor resizes by default. With the default settings (Max 2560 px, Balanced JPG), typical iPhone photos come out at a fraction of their original resolution-driven size and are comfortable to email.
If you need to keep the full resolution and the smallest possible size, keep the photos in HEIC — or convert to WebP with Balanced quality.
Common size targets
| Use | Suggested settings |
|---|---|
| Email attachment | Max 2560 px, Balanced JPG |
| Online form with a 1–2 MB limit | Max 1920 px, Balanced JPG |
| Website or blog | Max 1920 px, Balanced WebP |
| Messaging and chat | Max 1280 px, Balanced JPG |
| Archive with good quality | Max 4096 px, High JPG |
Privacy while compressing
Everything happens in your browser. Before sharing photos publicly, choose Remove location or Remove all in the metadata options so the compressed files don't reveal where they were taken.
Frequently asked questions
How much can I reduce the size of a HEIC photo?
It depends on the settings. Resizing makes the biggest difference: halving the width and height reduces the pixel count by 75%, and file size usually drops accordingly.
Can I compress HEIC and keep it as HEIC?
The compressor outputs JPG or WebP, which are far more compatible. HEIC is already very efficient; to save space while keeping HEIC, use your phone's storage optimisation features.
Why did my file get bigger?
If you keep the original size and choose High quality, a JPG can be larger than the HEIC. Choose a smaller size or Balanced quality to get a smaller file.
Are my photos uploaded to compress them?
No. Compression happens entirely on your device.
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