PixverterHow to convert HEIC to JPG on Mac
- Export the photos from the Photos app (File → Export → Export Unmodified Original) or find them in Finder.
- Drag them into the box above.
- Download the JPG files, ready to send or upload anywhere.
Built-in ways to convert on macOS
- Preview: open the photo, choose File → Export, set Format to JPEG and save. Fine for a few images.
- Finder Quick Action (macOS Monterey and later): select photos in Finder, right-click → Quick Actions → Convert Image, choose JPEG. Fast, but with limited control over quality.
- Photos app: select images, File → Export → Export Photos, and choose JPEG as the photo kind.
When a browser converter is easier
Pixverter shows the new file size before you download, lets you resize and set quality in one pass, and works the same on a Mac, a work PC or a Chromebook. Because it runs locally in Safari or Chrome, nothing leaves your Mac.
HEIC vs JPG at a glance
| HEIC | JPG | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | High Efficiency Image Container (HEIF) | JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) |
| Compression | lossy | lossy |
| Transparency | No | No |
| Animation | No | No |
| Compatibility | Apple devices; Windows and most websites need extra software to open it | Universal: every browser, phone, operating system and app |
| Best for | saving storage on iPhone and iPad | photos you want to share, email, upload or print |
Frequently asked questions
Does it work in Safari?
Yes. Pixverter works in Safari, Chrome, Firefox and Edge on any Mac.
Are my photos uploaded anywhere?
No. Pixverter processes every image inside your browser, on your own device. Nothing is sent to a server, so it is safe for personal photos and documents.
Can I convert a whole folder of HEIC photos?
Yes. Select or drop many files at once. Free converts 5 at a time; Pro handles unlimited batches and zips the results.
Will photo metadata like date taken be kept?
The image itself is converted at full resolution. Location and camera metadata (EXIF) are not copied into the JPG, which is often what you want when sharing photos online.