Video Converter

Convert HEIC / MOV to MP4

iPhone videos are encoded in HEVC (H.265) and often won't play on Windows or Android. Convert them to universally compatible H.264 MP4 — entirely in your browser, no upload needed.

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How it works
01
Drop your video
Select any HEIC, MOV, or HEVC file from your iPhone or computer. No size limit applies server-side — your device is the limit.
02
FFmpeg transcodes it
FFmpeg runs inside your browser via WebAssembly. It decodes HEVC and re-encodes to H.264 MP4 — the universal format.
03
Download instantly
When done, download the MP4. It plays on Windows, Android, WhatsApp, email clients — anywhere.
Frequently asked
Why can't I play my iPhone video on Windows?

iPhones record video in HEVC (H.265) format, which Windows doesn't support natively unless you install the HEVC Video Extensions from the Microsoft Store (paid). Converting to H.264 MP4 makes the file playable everywhere with no extra software.

What formats does this tool accept?

It accepts .heic, .mov, .hevc, .mp4, .mkv, .avi, and .m4v files. The most common iPhone case is a .mov file with HEVC encoding, or a .heic file exported from your Photos app.

How long does conversion take?

It depends on your device and file size. A 1-minute 4K HEVC video typically takes 1–4 minutes on a modern laptop. FFmpeg runs in a single browser thread so it's slower than a native desktop app — but entirely private.

Is my video uploaded to any server?

No. FFmpeg is compiled to WebAssembly and runs directly in your browser tab. Your file never leaves your device. InkTools has no backend that handles video files.

What's the difference between HEIC and HEVC?

HEIC (High Efficiency Image Container) is Apple's file format. It can contain still images or short video clips. HEVC (H.265) is the video codec used inside those files. Both are different from the older H.264/MP4 standard that everything can play.

HEIC Live Photos capture a brief moment of motion along with your still image. This tool extracts and converts that motion into a standard MP4 video file you can share on any platform — Instagram, WhatsApp, Android, Windows — without compatibility issues.

How to use

  1. Select your HEIC Live Photo — click the upload area or drag and drop your .heic file. Live Photos include a motion component that will be extracted automatically.
  2. Wait for conversion — FFmpeg processes the video track entirely in your browser. For longer Live Photos this may take a few seconds.
  3. Download your MP4 — click the download button to save your video. It's ready to share on any platform.

Frequently asked questions

Does converting HEIC to MP4 reduce video quality?
The conversion uses the original video data from your Live Photo. Quality depends on the source — there is no additional compression added during conversion.
Why won't my HEIC Live Photo convert?
Not all HEIC files contain a video track — only Live Photos do. If your photo was taken in standard mode (not Live), it won't have video data to extract.
Is my video uploaded to a server?
No. All processing happens in your browser using WebAssembly. Your file never leaves your device.
How large can the HEIC file be?
There's no hard limit, but very large files may take longer to process depending on your device's speed.