About WIC for HEIC
Windows Imaging Component for HEIC, HEIF files
This software add support to open heic files in windows or other software like IrfanView.
This software uses libheif (https://github.com/strukturag/libheif)
WIC for HEIC 1.1.16
Windows Imaging Component for HEIC files
- By prsyahmi
- Open Source
- Updated Jul 25, 2026
What's new in 1.1.16
v1.1.16 - 2026-07-26
Add ARM64 build
deps: kvazaar: https://github.com/ultravideo/kvazaar/commit/d6815293f34a094e26ba6c50b8644660ddc13e09
deps: libde265: https://github.com/strukturag/libde265/commit/4d45a6b36767318237771e1b3faf41773c4af4ad
deps: libheif: https://github.com/strukturag/libheif/commit/1a3583bcce77de6d3f8701c0758e3954863681ba
v1.1.11 - 2026-07-26
Implement metadata reader
Technical details
| Publisher | prsyahmi |
|---|---|
| Author | Syahmi Azhar |
| Version | 1.1.16 |
| Release date | 2026-07-25 |
| License | MIT |
| Installer type | wix |
| Architecture | x86, x64 |
| Package ID | prsyahmi.WicHeic |
| Install scope | All users |
Install WIC for HEIC from the command line
- Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=prsyahmi.WicHeic -e- Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=prsyahmi.WicHeic -e- Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=prsyahmi.WicHeic -e- Silent install with the offline installer
msiexec /i "wicheic_v1.1.16-x64.msi" /quiet /norestart- Uninstall the MSI package
msiexec /x {C0115975-1483-40AE-826C-A40220512885} /quiet
WIC for HEIC version history
1.0.8 Apr 18, 2026
v1.0.8 - 2026-04-19
- Fix palette and thumbnail return value
- Implement GetDecoderInfo / GetEncoderInfo
- Decode image during CopyPixels
- Remove GetPreview implementation
- installer: Add UI
1.0.7 Aug 15, 2025
Frequently asked questions
Is WIC for HEIC free?
Yes. WIC for HEIC is free and open-source software released under the MIT license.
What is the latest version of WIC for HEIC?
The latest version is 1.1.16, released on Jul 25, 2026.
Is it safe to download WIC for HEIC?
The download button links to the official installer published on github.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 7c6510705f944652a12f97b0f51fa32debc30fc0a2e816e5072e64d159e2cff4.
Which Windows versions does WIC for HEIC support?
WIC for HEIC runs on Windows and is available for 32-bit (x86), 64-bit (x64) systems.
How do I install WIC for HEIC silently?
Run the offline installer with msiexec /i "wicheic_v1.1.16-x64.msi" /quiet /norestart, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=prsyahmi.WicHeic -e --silent.
How do I uninstall WIC for HEIC?
Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find WIC for HEIC and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=prsyahmi.WicHeic -e.
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