Txtl – Fast static website of text utilities
I often need simple text tools (e.g. diffing, epoch time conversion, number base conversion) and was frustrated that I couldn't find a simple option that was as fast as I wanted. Many (SEO-optimized) websites exist, but they unnecessarily send your input to their servers. I used tools like DevToys but their diff has been broken on Mac for a while [1] and it requires installing an app, and CyberChef is good but requires too many interactions (yes, I'm picky). So, I decided to build my own. txtl tries to autodetect what mode you want based on the input, and in general is fast and gets out of…
Txtl – Fast static website of text utilities launched on February 25, 2025 with 65 votes, #446 of 5,999 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 1 year on.
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Txtl is a fast static website offering common text utilities like diffing, epoch time conversion, and number base conversion. It processes all operations locally in the browser without sending data to servers. The tool automatically detects the input type and displays relevant conversions, minimizing user interactions. Designed for developers who need quick access to text manipulation tools without installing applications or navigating complicated interfaces, Txtl is open source and available on GitHub.
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I often need simple text tools (e.g. diffing, epoch time conversion, number base conversion) and was frustrated that I couldn't find a simple option that was as fast as I wanted. Many (SEO-optimized) websites exist, but they unnecessarily send your input to their servers. I used tools like DevToys but their diff has…
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