JPG to HEIF Converter

Convert JPG images to HEIF (High Efficiency Image Format) for significantly smaller file sizes with excellent quality. HEIF typically achieves 40-50% better compression than JPEG, making it ideal for Apple devices and modern image workflows. Also try our JPG to HEIC converter for Apple-specific compatibility.

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Max 20MB per file • Up to 10 files
Conversion happens on our secure servers - HEIF encoding requires specialized processing

How to Convert JPG to HEIF

1

Upload Your JPG Files

Drag and drop or click to select up to 10 JPG/JPEG images at once.

2

Adjust Quality Settings

Choose your preferred quality level. 85% offers excellent balance between size and quality.

3

Download HEIF Images

Click convert and download your optimized HEIF files ready for use.

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JPG vs HEIF Comparison

JPG

JPEG is the most widely supported image format, compatible with virtually all devices and software. However, it uses older compression technology and doesn't support transparency. Use our JPG compressor to optimize existing JPEG files.

HEIF

HEIF uses modern HEVC/H.265 compression to achieve 40-50% smaller files at equivalent quality. Native on iOS/macOS since 2017, with growing support on Windows 10+ and Android. Perfect for storage-conscious workflows and Apple device photos.

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Frequently Asked Questions

HEIF (High Efficiency Image Format) is a modern image format that uses HEVC/H.265 compression. Developed by the MPEG group, it offers significantly better compression than JPEG while maintaining higher quality. Apple adopted it for iOS photos in 2017, and it's now supported on most modern platforms.

HEIF is the container format, while HEIC is the specific file extension Apple uses for HEIF files with HEVC compression. They're essentially the same thing - HEIC files are HEIF files. Use our JPG to HEIC converter if you specifically need the .heic extension.

HEIF is natively supported on iOS 11+, macOS High Sierra+, Windows 10 (with HEIF extension), Android 9+, and most modern image editing software. For maximum compatibility with older systems, consider converting to JPG or using WebP format.

For most photos, 80-90% quality offers excellent results with significant file size savings. HEIF's advanced compression means you can often use lower quality settings than JPEG while maintaining better visual quality. Try our image comparer to evaluate different settings.

Files are uploaded only for conversion processing and are automatically deleted within 24 hours. We don't store, share, or use your images for any other purpose. The server-side processing is necessary because HEIF encoding requires specialized libraries not available in browsers.

Yes! Use our HEIF to JPG converter to convert HEIF images back to JPEG format. We also offer HEIC to JPG and HEIC to PNG converters for Apple photos.