How to Compress HEIC Photos Without Losing Quality
Published: 2026-09-16
Why HEIC Files Are Hard to Share
iPhones save photos in the HEIC format by default because it offers better compression than JPG at the same quality. But many apps, websites, and older devices still don't support HEIC, so you often need to convert it to JPG before sharing or uploading.
Convert and Compress in One Step
Instead of using a separate converter and a separate compressor, you can upload your HEIC photos directly and get a compressed JPG in one step — entirely in your browser, with no server upload.
Recommended Settings
For most photos, a quality setting of 80-85% keeps the image visually identical to the original while significantly reducing file size. If you need an even smaller file for email or messaging, try 60-70% and compare the preview before downloading.