Convert HEIC to JPEG XL

Turn HEIC images into JPEG XL files. We compress every file as we convert it.

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Drop HEIC photos to convert to JPEG XL

3 free HEIC to JPEG XL conversions per session, max 5 MB eachOr click to browse. 3 free HEIC to JPEG XL conversions per session, max 5 MB each

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Why convert HEIC to JPEG XL?

JPEG XL suits photo archives: it keeps an iPhone photo looking the same in a file that is usually smaller than the HEIC. Support is new: Chrome, Firefox and Safari open it, Edge doesn't yet, and most upload forms reject it.

Why people use TinyPNG

Looks the same, weighs less

We remove detail you can't see, such as unused colors and hidden metadata. The image looks the same and the file is much smaller.

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Web Free converts 3 images per session without an account. Web Ultra has no conversion limit.

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Designers, developers, marketers and many more: millions of people use TinyPNG. Together they've shrunk over 9 billion images.

How to convert HEIC to JPEG XL

Add your HEIC images

Add HEIC images up to 5 MB each.

We convert them

Each image comes back as JPEG XL, usually within seconds.

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Save them one by one, or all at once as a ZIP.

HEIC vs JPEG XL

HEIC is the format iPhones save, and only Safari shows it in a browser. JPEG XL suits long-term photo storage, but fewer apps open it than JPEG. Use JPEG XL to archive photos; use JPG when someone else has to open the file.

HEIC vs JPEG XL
HEICJXL
CompressionLossyLossy and lossless
File sizeSmallestSmallest
TransparencyNoYes
Browser supportMostly Apple devicesChrome, Firefox and Safari; not Edge yet
Best forStoring photos on your iPhoneArchiving and high quality
Compression
HEIC
Lossy
JXL
Lossy and lossless
File size
HEIC
Smallest
JXL
Smallest
Transparency
HEIC
No
JXL
Yes
Browser support
HEIC
Mostly Apple devices
JXL
Chrome, Firefox and Safari; not Edge yet
Best for
HEIC
Storing photos on your iPhone
JXL
Archiving and high quality

For developers

Automate HEIC to JPEG XL conversion

Convert HEIC images in your build pipeline, CMS or app with the Tinify API. The first 500 compressions every month are free.

Convert an image to JPEG XL with the API
curl --user api:YOUR_API_KEY \
  --data-binary @image.heic \
  -i https://api.tinify.com/shrink

curl https://api.tinify.com/output/YOUR_IMAGE_ID \
  --user api:YOUR_API_KEY \
  --header "Content-Type: application/json" \
  --data '{"convert":{"type":"image/jxl"}}' \
  --output image.jxl
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“While there are other ways to achieve a 70% reduction in image size, TinyPNG is the easiest and fastest method I’ve found. Plus, it doesn’t alter the image file names, which is great for maintaining SEO integrity.”

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Converting more than 3 HEIC photos?

Web Free covers most people. Upgrade when your batches or your files get bigger.

  • Web Free

    $0

    free forever

    For a quick batch now and then. No account needed.
    • Not included: Max 20 images

    • Not included: Max 5 MB per image

    • Not included: 3 conversions

    • Not included: Standard speed

    • Not included: With ads

    • Not included: No folder uploads

  • Web Pro

    $3.25

    per month, billed annually

    For people who compress images every week.
    • Unlimited images

    • Up to 75 MB per image

    • Not included: 3 conversions

    • Faster processing

    • No ads

    • Not included: No folder uploads

Prices in USD. Web Pro is $39 and Web Ultra $149 per year. Web Free limits count per session.

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HEIC to JPEG XL: frequently asked questions

Can I convert HEIF files to JPEG XL?

Yes, as long as they hold HEVC or AV1 image data.

Will my image lose quality?

The HEIC was already compressed and JPEG XL compresses again, so a little detail goes. At normal viewing sizes it is hard to spot.

Why does my iPhone save photos as HEIC?

To save space: Apple says HEIC compresses better than JPEG at the same visual quality. The catch is compatibility, so you often need a JPG before sharing.

Which browsers support JPEG XL?

Chrome (from 155) and Firefox (from 158) turned it on in October 2026, and Safari has shown JPEG XL stills since version 17. Edge, Opera and Samsung Internet don't open it yet. Check current support on caniuse.com.

Does JPEG XL work on Windows?

Windows 11 24H2 opens it after you install the free JPEG XL Image Extension from the Microsoft Store; Windows 10 needs a third-party plugin.

How do I convert HEIC to JPEG XL?

Add your HEIC photos above, choose JPEG XL and download the result. It works in your browser on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android, with nothing to install.

How do I open a HEIC file?

Apple devices open it, and Safari is the only browser that shows it. Windows needs two extensions from the Microsoft Store: the free HEIF Image Extension and the paid HEVC Video Extensions. Despite the name, the HEVC one is what decodes the photo. Or convert it to JPG or PNG here.

Is it free?

Yes. Web Free converts 3 images per session, up to 5 MB each, without an account. Web Pro takes bigger files, and Web Ultra converts as many as you like.

Are my images private?

Yes. We store your images encrypted, download links expire after 8 hours, and we delete your images from our servers within 48 hours.

What happens to the metadata?

We remove all metadata, such as camera details, GPS location and editing history, to keep files small. Want to keep metadata? Use the developer API: it can keep the copyright, creation date and location.