HEIC to GIF Converter
Convert HEIC to GIF online with this free converter. Drop your HEIC files below and get GIF files in seconds, right in your browser.
or drop them here. Nothing is uploaded.
How to convert HEIC to GIF
- Drop your HEIC files into the box above, or click to choose them.
- Conversion starts automatically in your browser.
- Download your GIF files one by one, or all together as a ZIP.
HEIC vs GIF
| HEIC | GIF | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Lossy | Lossless |
| Transparency | Yes | Yes |
| Animation | No | Yes |
| Works with | Apple devices; Windows and Android need extra software | Every device, browser and chat app |
| Best for | Saving phone storage | Short looping animations and simple graphics |
| File size | About half the size of a similar-quality JPG | Limited to 256 colors; large for photos |
Why convert HEIC to GIF?
- Open iPhone photos on Windows, Android and the web
- Upload photos to sites that reject HEIC
- Compatibility with simple apps and chat
- Small flat-color graphics
Frequently asked questions
Why won't my HEIC files open everywhere?
HEIC is Apple's default photo format, and many Windows, Android and web apps can't open it. Converting to GIF makes them open on practically every device and app.
Will the GIF file be bigger or smaller than my HEIC?
Usually larger. GIF stores every pixel without further loss, but it can't restore detail already lost in the HEIC.
Are my images uploaded to a server?
No. ImgHint converts files in your browser, so your images never leave your device.
Is this converter free? Is there a file size limit?
It's free with no sign-up. Because conversion runs on your device, the practical limit is your device's memory.