HEIC to PDF Converter

How To Use HEIC to PDF Converter

Overview

This is a 100% client-side HEIC to PDF converter tool that works directly in your browser. No data is uploaded to any server – all processing happens locally on your device, ensuring complete privacy and security.

Key Features

• Privacy Protected: All processing happens locally in your browser

• Multiple File Support: Convert multiple HEIC files at once

• Drag & Drop: Easy file selection with drag-and-drop interface

• Page Reordering: Drag to rearrange pages before conversion

• Customizable PDF Settings: Multiple options to customize your PDF output

• Image Rotation: Rotate images before conversion

• Single/Multi-page PDF: Combine all images into one PDF or keep separate

• Responsive Design: Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Upload HEIC Files

• Click the “Select Files” button to browse for HEIC/HEIF images

• OR drag and drop files directly onto the upload area

• Supports multiple file selection (hold Ctrl/Cmd to select multiple files)

• Maximum recommended: 20 files at once for best performance

2. View and Manage Files

• Selected Files List: Shows all uploaded files with their sizes

• Thumbnail Preview: Visual preview of each image

• Remove Files: Click the “×” button next to any file to remove it

• Clear All: Use “Clear All” button to remove all files

3. Arrange Pages (Optional)

• Drag thumbnails to reorder pages

• Page numbers update automatically as you reorder

• Rotate images using the rotation buttons on each thumbnail:

  • ↶ (Rotate Left): Rotate counter-clockwise by 90°

  • ↷ (Rotate Right): Rotate clockwise by 90°

4. Configure PDF Settings

Page Settings

• Page Size: Choose from:

  • A4 (210×297mm) – Standard paper size

  • Letter (8.5×11in) – US standard paper size

  • Original – Keep original image dimensions

• Orientation:

  • Portrait – Vertical orientation

  • Landscape – Horizontal orientation

Layout Settings

• Margin: Control page margins:

  • None – No margins

  • Small – 20px margins (recommended)

  • Medium – 40px margins

• Image Fit: How images fit on the page:

  • Contain – Fit entire image within page (may have empty space)

  • Cover – Fill entire page (may crop image edges)

  • Auto-fit – Use original image size

Quality Settings

• Compression Quality: Adjust file size vs. quality:

  • Low – Smaller file size, lower quality

  • Medium – Balanced file size and quality

  • High – Larger file size, best quality (recommended)

PDF Options

• Combine into single PDF: Check this box to combine all images into one multi-page PDF file

5. Generate PDF

• Preview PDF: Click to generate and preview the PDF without downloading

• Download PDF: Directly download the generated PDF file

• Reset Settings: Reset all settings to default values

Advanced Features

PDF Preview

• Click “Preview PDF” to see a summary before downloading

• Preview shows:

  • Total file size

  • Number of pages

  • Page size setting

  • Whether it’s a single PDF or multiple files

File Management

• Real-time Processing: Files process in background while you configure settings

• Progress Indicator: Shows processing status for large batches

• Error Handling: Clear error messages for unsupported files or issues

Performance Tips

• For best performance with multiple files, process in batches of 10-15 images

• Large files (>10MB each) may take longer to process

• Use “Medium” compression for faster processing if quality is not critical

• Close other browser tabs for better memory management

Supported File Types

• HEIC (.heic) – High Efficiency Image Format

• HEIF (.heif) – High Efficiency Image File Format

Browser Compatibility

• Chrome (Recommended) – Full support

• Firefox – Full support

• Safari – Full support (macOS & iOS)

• Edge – Full support

Privacy & Security

• ✅ No server uploads – Everything processes locally

• ✅ No data storage – Files are not saved anywhere

• ✅ No tracking – No analytics or user tracking

• ✅ Offline capable – Works without internet connection after initial load

Troubleshooting

Common Issues & Solutions

1. Files not uploading?

   • Ensure files are HEIC/HEIF format

   • Try refreshing the page

   • Check file size (max 100MB total recommended)

2. Processing too slow?

   • Reduce number of files per batch

   • Lower compression quality setting

   • Close other applications/tabs

3. PDF not generating?

   • Check if any files failed to process (red error messages)

   • Ensure at least one file is successfully uploaded

   • Try with smaller files first

4. Images appear rotated?

   • Use the rotation buttons on thumbnails to correct orientation

   • Some HEIC files store rotation data in metadata

5. Quality issues?

   • Increase compression quality setting

   • Try different “Image Fit” options

   • Check original image resolution

Tips for Best Results

1. For documents: Use “A4” page size with “Portrait” orientation

2. For photos: Use “Original” page size to preserve image dimensions

3. For presentations: Use “Landscape” orientation

4. For web use: Medium compression provides good balance

5. For print: Use High compression for best quality

Keyboard Shortcuts

• Ctrl/Cmd + O – Open file selector

• Esc – Close preview modal

• Delete – Remove selected files (when focused)

Mobile Usage

• Touch-friendly: All controls work on touch devices

• Drag & Drop: Works with touch gestures

• Responsive: Interface adjusts to screen size

• Easy upload: Tap to select files from device

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this tool really free?
A: Yes, completely free with no hidden costs or subscriptions.

Q: Do you store my images?
A: No, all processing happens in your browser. We never see or store your files.

Q: Is there a file size limit?
A: No hard limit, but very large files (>50MB each) may cause performance issues.

Q: Can I convert other image formats?
A: Currently only HEIC/HEIF formats are supported.

Q: Does it work on iPhone/iPad?
A: Yes, works on all modern browsers including Safari on iOS.

Q: Can I edit the PDF after creation?
A: This tool creates PDFs from images. For editing, use PDF editing software.

Q: How do I save my settings?
A: Settings are saved during your current session but reset when you close the browser.

Note: This tool is designed for personal and business use. For commercial or high-volume conversions, consider processing in smaller batches for optimal performance.

Support: If you encounter any issues, ensure you’re using the latest version of your browser and try refreshing the page.