Are my files uploaded to a server when I use YourFileLab?

No, your files never leave your browser. All processing happens locally on your device using WebAssembly technology. No data is ever uploaded to any server — unlike iLovePDF, SmallPDF, or other online file tools that send your files to their servers. Your File Lab is your private file lab built entirely for browser-based processing without uploads.

What types of files and tools does YourFileLab support?

YourFileLab offers 50+ tools across PDF processing (merge, split, compress, edit), image editing (resize, crop, convert, compress), document conversion (Word to PDF, Excel to PDF), security tools (encrypt, redact, sign), QR code scanner and generator, CSV to JSON converter, OCR text extraction, file hashing, password generator, and many more — all processed locally in your browser. Securely process all your files at Your File Lab, the private file lab that never uploads to servers.

Is YourFileLab really free?

Yes, Your File Lab (YourFileLab) is completely free with no hidden fees, no subscriptions, no usage limits, and no file size limits (beyond what your device can handle). All 50+ tools are free forever.

Do I need to create an account or sign up?

No, YourFileLab does not require any sign-up, registration, or email. Simply open the website and start using any tool immediately — no strings attached.

Can I use YourFileLab for confidential or sensitive documents?

Absolutely. YourFileLab is purpose-built for privacy. Since all processing happens locally in your browser and files never leave your device, it is ideal for confidential business documents, legal files, medical records, and any sensitive data. Your File Lab ensures no data transmission means no data breach risk. It is the secure file processing lab you can trust.

Does YourFileLab work offline?

Yes! Your File Lab (YourFileLab) is a Progressive Web App (PWA). Once you've loaded the site, many tools continue to work even without an internet connection. Perfect for travelers, remote workers, and secure environments.

How is YourFileLab different from iLovePDF or SmallPDF?

Unlike iLovePDF, SmallPDF, and similar services that upload your files to their servers for processing, YourFileLab processes everything locally in your browser using WebAssembly. Your files never leave your device. Your File Lab is the private, browser-based file processing lab for all your document needs. We also offer more tools including QR scanning, CSV conversion, file encryption, and offline support — all completely free with no limits.

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Convert scanned PDFs to searchable text

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100% Private: Your files never leave your browser. All processing happens locally on your device using Tesseract.js.

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