Overview
Both offline and online image converters can be great—your ideal choice depends on context.
Offline (desktop) tools
- Pros: Powerful batch features, works without internet.
- Cons: Requires installation, updates, and disk space.
Online converters
- Pros: No installation, quick access across devices.
- Cons: Upload-based tools can be slow and raise privacy concerns.
The hybrid sweet spot
Our converter runs in the browser but processes files locally on your device. That means:
- No uploads (privacy-first).
- Fast conversions leveraging your hardware.
- Works offline once loaded.
At-a-glance comparison
| Approach | Needs install | Privacy | Speed | Offline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Desktop (offline) | Yes | High (local) | Fast (depends on device) | Yes |
| Online (upload-based) | No | Varies (files sent to server) | Network-bound; slower for large files | No |
| Client-side web (ours) | No | High (no uploads) | Fast (local compute) | Yes (after load) |
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