tools
8 articles about tools.
How to Compress a Video Without Uploading It Anywhere (2026 Guide)Shrink a video by 50–80% for WhatsApp, email, or the web — entirely in your browser, with nothing uploaded. Step-by-step guide with presets explained.24 September 2026 · 6 min read
Diff Checker: What It Is, How It Works, and 6 Use Cases Beyond Code ReviewA side-by-side comparison of diff algorithms, how unified and split diff formats work, why character-level diffs matter for text editing, and practical use cases for diff checkers outside of version control.6 June 2026 · 6 min read
How to Generate a Strong Password (And Why You Don't Need to Remember It)What makes a password truly secure, how entropy works, why 'P@ssw0rd' is weaker than 'correct-horse-battery-staple', and how to use Stax's browser-based password generator and strength checker without your passwords ever leaving your device.19 May 2026 · 11 min read
How to Create a QR Code for Any URL, WiFi, Contact, or WhatsApp Number — Entirely in Your BrowserStep-by-step guide to generating QR codes for URLs, WiFi networks, contacts, WhatsApp links, and plain text — no signup, no upload, no server. Everything encodes locally in your browser.19 May 2026 · 12 min read
How to Convert Images to WebP Without Uploading: Complete GuideWebP images are 25–35% smaller than JPG at the same visual quality. Here's how to convert entirely in your browser — no upload, no account, no file size limits — plus when WebP is the wrong choice.15 May 2026 · 8 min read
How to Compress a PDF Without Uploading It AnywhereMost PDF compressors upload your file to a server. Here's how to reduce PDF size entirely in your browser — free, private, and with no file size limits.7 May 2026 · 7 min read
Developer Tools for Beginners: 12 Browser-Based Utilities You'll Use Every DayYou don't need to install anything to use these developer tools. They run in your browser, handle the tasks you'd otherwise Google, and work on any device.7 May 2026 · 9 min read
10 Browser-Based Alternatives to Cloud Tools That Don't Upload Your DataEvery tool on this list runs entirely in your browser. No uploads, no server processing, no account required. Your files and data stay on your device.7 May 2026 · 9 min read