How to Convert: Secure File Conversion at Your Fingertips
Stop uploading your files to sketchy websites. Learn how to securely and privately convert files with How to Convert, the all-in-one app for file conversion.
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Introduction
Stop uploading your files to sketchy file conversion websites. Use How to Convert—a secure, privacy-first app that works offline and supports nearly any file type. Here's how you can get started.
1. Download and Install How to Convert
Head to the website to download How to Convert for your platform. It works on Mac, Windows or Linux. Installation is quick and straightforward, and once installed, the app is ready to go—no internet connection required.
2. Convert Your Files Locally
Open the app, select your input file, and choose the desired output format. It's that simple. Here's an example of how you can convert a PNG to an ICO:
1. Drag and drop your PNG file into the app.
2. Select ICO from the format dropdown.
3. Click 'Convert'.
4. Your ICO file is ready and saved locally.
How to Convert
The offline file converter for Mac, Windows and Linux.
- Converts video, audio, images, documents, ebooks and more
- Everything runs locally. Your files never leave your device
- Pay once. Access forever
Get the app on Mac, Windows and Linux