Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 2026
Your Privacy Matters
At convertheictojpg.org, we take your privacy seriously. All file conversions happen directly in your browser. We never upload, store, or have access to your files.
Advertising and Analytics
We use Google AdSense to provide ads and Google Tag Manager (GTM) to deliver analytics and measurement tags. Depending on configuration, location, and consent, Google may process information such as page views, browser and device details, general location, ad interactions, and how you reached the site. This website does not send your photo contents to Google as part of the supported browser-based conversion workflow.
Cookies and Consent
Google services may use cookies and similar technologies for consent, analytics, measurement, and advertising. For visitors in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland, consent is collected through Google's certified Funding Choices consent management platform, which uses the IAB Europe Transparency & Consent Framework (IAB TCF) and is integrated with Google Consent Mode.
You can reopen and change your choices at any time using the Manage cookie & privacy choices control on our Cookie Policy.
Your Files
All conversions are done locally in your browser. Your files never leave your device and are not transmitted to our servers.
Definitions and Scope
A HEIF image is a container format used by Apple devices for efficient photo storage, and EXIF refers to embedded metadata such as capture time, camera details, and sometimes location information. A browser cookie is a small piece of local browser storage used for site behavior rather than a copy of your photos.
Privacy Comparison Table
| Topic | How This Site Handles It | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Source files | Processed locally in the browser for supported conversions | Reduces exposure of personal photos |
| Analytics | Google measurement tags process traffic and usage signals subject to configuration and consent | Helps improve reliability and UX |
| Advertising | Google AdSense provides ads subject to applicable consent choices | Supports the free service |
| Metadata | May require a separate removal step depending on workflow | Protects location and device details |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do my files upload to your servers during a supported conversion?
No. The main HEIC to JPG workflow is designed to run in the browser so your original images stay on your device.
What data do analytics tools collect?
Google measurement tools may process usage signals such as page views, browser type, broad device information, and general location rather than your photo contents. Their behavior depends on configuration and, where required, your consent choices.
Can image metadata still exist after conversion?
It can, depending on the workflow, which is why metadata-aware tools and EXIF removal options matter for privacy-sensitive sharing.
Why does the privacy policy mention cookies?
A cookie is a small browser storage item that may support site operation, consent, analytics, or advertising. It is not a storage location for your photos.
Authoritative References
For details about Google's data practices, see the Google Privacy Policy and its explanation of advertising technologies. For technical background on file formats and metadata, see HEIF, JPEG, and EXIF.