heic-to-jpeg

A local-only browser tool for converting HEIC images into more compatible formats with batch support.

Status: archived  |  Type: tool  |  Visibility: public

Tech: Next.js  ·  JavaScript  ·  Tailwind CSS  ·  PWA  ·  IndexedDB

AI involvement: moderate (ChatGPT) — Built as an AI-assisted weekend project, using LLM support for implementation, iteration, and browser-side file workflow design.

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Why I built this: Built to make Apple HEIC images easier to use in common workflows without relying on cloud uploads or desktop-only conversion tools.

Overview

HEIC to JPEG is a local-only browser-based image conversion tool built as a responsive PWA. It converts Apple HEIC images into more widely compatible formats directly in the browser, making it useful for people who need a quick, portable conversion workflow without uploading personal images to a remote server.

The project emphasizes privacy, convenience, and batch usability. It supports multiple-image conversion and ZIP export so converted images can be downloaded together, while keeping the entire workflow client-side in a lightweight Next.js application.

Features

• Converts HEIC images into more compatible browser-friendly formats
• Runs entirely client-side without uploading files to a server
• Supports multiple-image conversion workflows
• ZIP export for batch download
• Responsive PWA interface for desktop and mobile use
• Local-first design focused on privacy and convenience

Installation

# clone the repository
git clone https://github.com/yourusername/heic-to-jpeg.git

# enter the project directory
cd heic-to-jpeg

# install dependencies
npm install

# start the development server
npm run dev