Stop iPhone from Saving as HEIC

Save photos as JPG instead of HEIC format

Quick Answer
Go to Settings → Camera → Formats → Select "Most Compatible"

Your iPhone will now save photos as JPG instead of HEIC

Simple 4-Step Guide

1
Open Settings
Tap the gray gear icon
2
Find Camera
Scroll down and tap "Camera"
3
Tap Formats
It's at the top of Camera settings
4
Select Most Compatible
This makes your iPhone save as JPG
⚠️ Important
This only changes how your iPhone saves NEW photos. Photos you already have in HEIC format will not automatically convert.

Common Questions

Why does my iPhone use HEIC?
HEIC creates smaller file sizes, which means more photos can fit on your iPhone. But HEIC files don't work well with older computers and some websites.
Will JPG photos take more space?
Yes, JPG files are slightly bigger than HEIC files, but the difference is small and JPG works everywhere.
What about my old HEIC photos?
Old photos stay in HEIC format. You'll need to convert them if you want them as JPG. Our free converter can help with this.
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