Convert PNG to HEIF
Free PNG to HEIF converter. Keeps transparency. No signup, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
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How to convert PNG to HEIF
Quick answer: To convert PNG to HEIF: upload your PNG file, choose HEIF as the output format, click Convert and download the result. It takes a few seconds, needs no account, and your files are deleted from the server after 1 hour.
- Upload your PNG file by clicking the upload area, dragging it in, or pasting an image URL.
- Select HEIF as the output format.
- Click Convert and wait a few seconds.
- Download your HEIF file, or download several files at once as a ZIP.
What changes when you convert PNG to HEIF
- Both formats support transparency, so see-through areas stay transparent.
- HEIF uses lossy compression. We encode it at quality 92 out of 100, so the difference is normally invisible.
- Photos usually get smaller when saved as HEIF.
PNG vs HEIF at a glance
| Feature | PNG | HEIF |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | PNG (Portable Network Graphics) | HEIF (High Efficiency Image File Format) |
| Introduced | 1996 | 2015 |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossy |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No | No |
| Best for | Logos, screenshots, icons and graphics with sharp edges or transparency | Compact, high-quality photos on devices that support it |
| Compatibility | Opens in every browser, phone, computer and app. | Native on Apple devices; limited elsewhere. |
When to choose HEIF instead of PNG
Choose HEIF for compact, high-quality photos on devices that support it. Its main limit: poor compatibility outside Apple devices.
Stay with PNG if you need logos, screenshots, icons and graphics with sharp edges or transparency.
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PNG to HEIF FAQ
How do I convert PNG to HEIF?
Upload your PNG file, select HEIF as the output format and click Convert. When it finishes, download the HEIF file. No software or account is needed, and your files are deleted after 1 hour.
Does converting PNG to HEIF reduce quality?
HEIF is a lossy format, so a very small amount of detail is traded for a smaller file. At the quality we use the difference is normally not visible. Convert from your original file when you can.
Is transparency kept when converting PNG to HEIF?
Yes. Both PNG and HEIF support transparency, so see-through areas are preserved.
Will the HEIF file be smaller than the PNG?
For photos, usually yes. HEIF compresses images more efficiently than PNG.
Where can I open a HEIF file?
Native on Apple devices; limited elsewhere.
Is it free and safe to convert PNG to HEIF here?
Yes. It is free for up to 20 files per day and 100 MB per file, with no sign-up. Files are processed on our server, never shared, and deleted automatically after 1 hour.
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