FormatShiftIs It Safe to Convert Files Online? Security Risks Explained
When you urgently need to convert a passport scan, compress a contract, or convert personal photos, you often upload files to the first online tool found. But where do these files actually go?
Where Do Files Go in Cloud Converters?
Traditional websites transfer your files to remote cloud servers. Even if they promise deletion within an hour, your private data resides on third-party machines during that window.
Private Alternative: In-Browser Local Processing
FormatShift runs WebAssembly and WebGPU engines locally in device memory with zero server uploads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main risks of traditional cloud converters?
Uploaded documents pass through third-party servers where they can be cached, intercepted, or leaked to third parties.
How does FormatShift solve this problem?
FormatShift executes conversions locally inside your browser memory using WebAssembly and WebGPU without uploading your data to remote servers.