Life & fun · September 20, 2020
FileConverter using FFMPEG as WASM to convert files
Unlimited free conversions. No size limit. As many times as you want. Can be used for photo and video conversions.
FileConverter using FFMPEG as WASM to convert files launched on September 20, 2020 with 23 votes, #888 of 3,898 launches that month and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 6 years on.
In plain words
FileConverter is a web-based tool that uses FFMPEG compiled to WebAssembly to convert files directly in the browser. It allows users to transform various file formats without uploading data to external servers. The tool is designed for anyone needing quick file conversions while maintaining privacy. It handles multiple file types and performs processing locally on the user's device.
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From the sources
Convert your files here for free, and as many times as you want, with no size limits. That's what unlimited means! Unlike Zamzar.com, which limits you to 50 MB and to 2 file conversions in a 24 hour period. To get unlimited conversions at Zamzar, you need to pay $9/month. Unacceptable! “I just wanted to say thank you for this great and free tool. It is truly invaluable. No need to install anything. It just works perfectly. Thankfrom fileconverter.digital
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