How to Convert
A local universal file converter that keeps files private
How to Convert launched on February 5, 2025 with 8 votes and more than 50% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 1 year on.
What it does
Stop uploading your files to sketchy file conversion websites and servers. Use the secure, locally running file conversion app that strives to handle almost any file type. If you find a format that isn't supported, get it added. I'm building in public.
Convert almost any file locally - nothing gets uploaded to the cloud. Do 5438 document, video, image, audio & email conversions with one app for Mac, Windows & Linux.
Drag and drop to convert videos , images , audio , emails , and documents locally. Convert HEIC to JPG, MP4 to MP3, Word to PDF, shrink your file size and more. Try the demo or scroll to see why you should get the app . All files are converted in the browser and do not leave your device. Use the app for offline conversions. Multi-stage conversions use intermediate formats for complex transformations. Same format conversions allow you to alter compression, quality, or other settings. Requires Mac App conversions use macOS-specific tools (e.g., iconutil for ICNS). Great app! Finally something local to convert from anything into anything else, instead of every time going to google "convert x…from howtoconvert.co
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Stop sending files to sketchy servers and convert any file offline2025 · howtoconvert.co · ▲17Hey HN! I made How to Convert. Here's the problem I had and the solution I thought of: Problem When you search "How to convert PNG to ICO" on Google, you get a bunch of shady looking "free" results that send your data to unknown servers. The same is true for almost any conversion you are trying to do. So what do I want? I want something I can trust completely. AKA locally running, doesn't send my files or data anywhere and built by an independent developer building in public. Solution How to Convert Privacy-first: Files stay on your device and it works offline. Wide compatibility: Works with…
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