OPTION A
HEIC
Keep HEIC when storage efficiency and the original phone photo are more important than compatibility.
Try HEICTOOL COMPARISON
HEIC vs JPG
HEIC can store photos efficiently, while JPG is broadly compatible. Exporting HEIC to JPG may discard metadata, edits, or other HEIF features.
OPTION B
JPG
Convert to JPG when a website or recipient cannot open HEIC. Keep the original and check metadata before sharing.
Try JPGWhat each option does
HEIC
Convert an iPhone HEIC or HEIF photo to a widely compatible JPG image. Select JPEG quality and download a previewable result.
JPG
Convert an iPhone HEIC or HEIF photo to a widely compatible JPG image. Select JPEG quality and download a previewable result.
How to choose
Keep HEIC when storage efficiency and the original phone photo are more important than compatibility. Convert to JPG when a website or recipient cannot open HEIC. Keep the original and check metadata before sharing.
Before relying on a result, check the output with a small sample and confirm that the format or assumptions match your destination. Keep an original copy when converting files or changing data.