How to Convert HEIC to JPG on Windows 10/11 — Step by Step

How to Convert HEIC to JPG on Windows

Received HEIC photos from an iPhone and can't open them on your Windows PC? You're not alone. HEIC is Apple's default photo format, and Windows doesn't fully support it out of the box. Here are three easy ways to change HEIC to JPG on Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Method 1: Use OpenMyHEIC.com (Fastest & Most Private)

The quickest way to convert HEIC to JPG on Windows is using our free online converter. No software installation required.

Steps:

• Open your browser and go to OpenMyHEIC.com
• Drag and drop your HEIC file onto the converter, or click "Select Files" to browse
• Adjust quality using the slider (92% recommended)
• Click "Convert" and wait a few seconds
• Click "Download" to save the JPG file

Why this method is best:

• No software to install
• Files never leave your computer (conversion happens in your browser)
• Works on any Windows version
• Completely free with no limits

Method 2: Install HEIF Extensions on Windows

Windows 10 and 11 can open HEIC files natively with the right extensions installed.

Steps:

• Open the Microsoft Store on your Windows PC
• Search for "HEIF Image Extensions"
• Click Install (it may be free or cost $0.99)
• You may also need "HEVC Video Extensions" ($0.99) for full support
• After installation, you can open HEIC files with the Photos app
• To save as JPG: Open the HEIC file in Photos → Click the three dots menu → Save as → Choose JPG

Note: This method requires a Microsoft Store purchase and only works on Windows 10/11.

Method 3: Use Free Desktop Software

Several free programs can convert HEIC to JPG on Windows:

IrfanView (Free)

• Download and install IrfanView
• Install the Plugins package (includes HEIC support)
• Open your HEIC file in IrfanView
• Go to File → Save As → Select JPG format
• Click Save

GIMP (Free)

• Download and install GIMP
• Open your HEIC file (GIMP 2.10+ supports HEIC)
• Go to File → Export As
• Change the extension to .jpg
• Click Export

Which Method Should You Choose?

For most users, OpenMyHEIC.com is the fastest and most convenient option. It requires no installation, works instantly, and keeps your photos completely private.

How to Open HEIC Files on Windows 11 (Without Converting)

If you just want to open a HEIC file in Windows 11 or Windows 10 without converting it, install the free HEIF Image Extensions from the Microsoft Store (Method 2 above). After that, HEIC photos will open in the Photos app and show thumbnails in File Explorer. If you need the photo to work in other programs — or want to avoid the Store entirely — converting it to JPG remains the most reliable option.

Batch Conversion on Windows

Need to convert many HEIC files at once? Use our batch converter to convert multiple files simultaneously and download them all as a ZIP file.