1) Upload HEIC file to convert
Drop files here, or Click to select
2) Set converting HEIC to TIFF options
3) Get converted file
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Command line💾 Upload Your File: Go to the site, click on «Upload File,» and select your HEIC file.
✍️ Set Conversion Options: Choose TIFF as the output format and adjust any additional options if needed.
Convert and Download: Click 👉«Download Converted File»👈 to get your TIFF file.
| File extension | .HEIC |
| Category | File |
| Description | HEIC is a modern image format using HEVC compression. It allows for high-quality images with smaller file sizes. It is used by default on Apple devices. |
| Associated programs | Apple Photos, iOS, macOS, Windows 10+, GIMP (via plugins) |
| Developed by | MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group) |
| MIME type | image/heic |
| Useful links | More detailed information on HEIC files |
| Conversion type | HEIC to TIFF |
| File extension | .TIFF, .TIF |
| Category | Image File |
| Description | The TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) is a widely-used file format for storing digital images, developed by Aldus Corporation (now owned by Adobe Systems). It is a versatile format that supports a wide range of color depths, resolutions, and image types, making it suitable for use in a variety of applications. TIFF files can contain multiple images, each with their own characteristics such as resolution, compression, and color depth. They can also be uncompressed or compressed using a variety of methods, such as LZW, ZIP, and JPEG compression. Additionally, TIFF files can store metadata such as keywords, descriptions, and copyright information. One of the key benefits of the TIFF format is its support for high-quality, lossless image compression. This makes it a popular choice for archiving and sharing images, especially in fields such as graphic design, printing, and photography. TIFF files can also support transparent backgrounds, making them ideal for use in web graphics and other applications where transparency is important. TIFF files can be opened and edited using a wide variety of software programs, including Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, and Microsoft Paint. They are also supported by many operating systems and web browsers. Overall, the TIFF format is a robust and versatile format for storing digital images. Its ability to support multiple images, high-quality compression, and metadata make it a popular choice for a variety of applications, especially those requiring high-quality images. |
| Associated programs | CyberLink PowerDVD InterVideo WinDVD VideoLAN VLC Media Player Windows Media Player |
| Developed by | Aldus, now Adobe Systems |
| MIME type | image/tiff image/tiff-fx |
| Useful links | More detailed information on TIFF files |
HEIC stores iPhone photos efficiently, but it is not a print or editing format. Converting HEIC to TIFF gives you a 16-bit lossless image ready for Photoshop editing, professional printing, and long-term archival. Drop your .heic file above.
HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is the file format Apple shipped with iOS 11 for iPhone photos. HEIC uses HEVC-based compression for ~50% smaller file sizes than JPG, with support for 10-bit colour and HDR. Most professional image editors require special plugins or recent versions to read HEIC.
TIFF (Tagged Image File Format) is the standard for high-fidelity image storage. It supports 8, 16, and 32-bit colour, multiple compression options (LZW, ZIP, none), embedded ICC colour profiles, and is the universal exchange format for professional print and retouching workflows.
| Property | HEIC | TIFF |
|---|---|---|
| Year | 2017 | 1986 |
| Bit depth | 8 or 10-bit per channel | 8/16/32-bit per channel |
| Compression | HEVC (lossy) | LZW / ZIP / none (lossless) |
| Editor support | Limited (Photoshop with plugin) | Universal |
| Print pipeline | Requires conversion | Direct input |
| ICC profile | Embedded | Embedded |
| Best for | Storage on iPhone | Print, retouch, archive |
Batch-convert an entire folder without opening the interface:
TotalImageConverter.exe C:\heic_files C:\tiff_out /ConvertTo tiff /ProcessRecursively
Add /ProcessRecursively to include subfolders. Save the command in a .bat file for scheduled or automated runs.
| Feature | Online (this page) | Total Image Converter (desktop) |
|---|---|---|
| File size limit | 50 MB | Unlimited |
| Batch conversion | One file at a time | Entire folders at once |
| Software install | None required | Windows 7–11 |
| Output options | Standard | Full control |
| Command-line | No | Yes |
| Privacy | File uploaded to server | Stays on your computer |
| Price | Free | From $29.90 |