Question 1

Are my images and files safe? Do you upload them?

Accepted Answer

For image, PDF, and file conversion tools, ApexToolz runs entirely in your browser. Your files are processed with JavaScript, Canvas, and WebAssembly on your device — we do not operate a server-side upload pipeline for those tools. Nothing is stored on our servers after processing. Closing the tab clears the in-memory session. No account or sign-in is required, so there is no profile tied to your conversions. A small number of SEO checkers (meta tag analyzer, pixel checker, sitemap tools, etc.) fetch a URL you provide so we can read public page HTML. Those requests only retrieve the page source — not your private files.

Question 2

Do you track me or sell my data?

Accepted Answer

ApexToolz does not use advertising trackers or sell personal data. Image and PDF processing does not require cookies for core functionality. If you contact us through the contact form, we use your message only to reply. See our Privacy Policy for full details.

Question 3

Is there a file size or batch limit?

Accepted Answer

There is no paid tier or account-based cap. You can process as many files as your browser and device memory allow in one session. Most laptops handle individual images under 50 MB smoothly. Very large RAW files, 8K frames, or batches of 100+ heavy files may slow down on older hardware. If something fails, try fewer files at once, close other tabs, or use a desktop browser with more available RAM.

Question 4

How does batch processing work?

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Most image and PDF tools support batch mode. Drag and drop multiple files, or select many in the file picker. Each file shows its own status in the queue. Use per-file settings or apply global defaults to the whole batch. When finished, download files individually or as a single ZIP archive. Batch mode is ideal for photographers converting HEIC shoots, designers exporting assets, or anyone repeating the same operation across dozens of files.

Question 5

Which browsers and devices are supported?

Accepted Answer

ApexToolz works best on modern Chrome, Edge, Brave, Firefox, and Safari 16+. Mobile Safari and Chrome for Android are supported; large batches are more comfortable on desktop. Performance scales with your hardware. Keep your browser updated for the latest Canvas and WebAssembly improvements. Private/incognito mode works for local processing tools.

Question 6

Can I use ApexToolz offline?

Accepted Answer

After your first visit, many pages and assets are cached by your browser, so previously opened tools may continue to work without an internet connection. Core image and PDF conversion does not need a server round-trip during processing. URL-based SEO checkers require a connection to fetch live pages. For reliable offline use, load the tools you need once on a stable connection before going offline.

Question 7

What tools and formats does ApexToolz include?

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ApexToolz offers 385+ free tools: image converters (JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, AVIF, BMP, TIFF, ICO, SVG, HEIC), compressors, resize/crop/rotate utilities, PDF tools, AI enhancements, text & code utilities, calculators, marketing helpers, and more. Browse the Explore page or use header search to find tools by name. Categories include Converters, Compressors, PDF, AI, Social Media, SEO, Developer, Ecommerce, Text, Security, and others. Social presets cover YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X/Twitter sizes. Ecommerce resizers target Amazon, Shopify, Etsy, and eBay listing dimensions.

Question 8

Does it work with iPhone HEIC photos?

Accepted Answer

Yes. HEIC to JPG and HEIC to PNG decode Apple's format directly in the browser — no upload required. Drop .heic or .heif files from Photos, AirDrop, or iCloud Drive. Batch mode lets you convert an entire set and download a ZIP of JPGs. Adjust quality in the options panel. HEIC conversion is one of our most popular workflows for sharing on social media, email, or Windows PCs.

Question 9

Why is PNG to SVG conversion limited?

Accepted Answer

Turning a raster image into true vector paths is inherently lossy. Photos cannot become perfect SVGs without huge file sizes or visible simplification. We offer Embed mode (PNG wrapped in SVG — full fidelity, not truly scalable) and Trace mode (path extraction for logos and flat graphics). Use Trace for simple icons and logos; use Embed for screenshots and photos where pixel accuracy matters.

Question 10

What happens to EXIF metadata and GPS data?

Accepted Answer

Many converters strip metadata during re-encoding, removing camera model, timestamps, and GPS from the output. Dedicated metadata viewer and remover tools let you inspect or strip EXIF, IPTC, and XMP before publishing. If you need to preserve metadata, check the options panel on your specific tool — some formats retain more header data than others.

Question 11

What PDF tools are available?

Accepted Answer

ApexToolz includes PDF conversion (images to PDF, PDF to images), merge/split, compress, rotate, organize pages, metadata viewer, page counter, and size checker tools. Like image tools, PDF processing runs in your browser where possible — your documents are not uploaded to our servers for conversion. Use batch mode for multiple files and download results individually or as ZIP when supported.

Question 12

How do AI image tools work?

Accepted Answer

AI tools (background removal, blur, enhancement, object remover, passport photo, and more) run client-side in your browser using modern web APIs and on-device processing. No account or credits are required. Results depend on your device performance — desktop browsers typically handle larger images faster. AI tools are best for portraits, product photos, and everyday enhancement — not a replacement for professional retouching software for every use case.

Question 13

What SEO tools do you offer?

Accepted Answer

Image SEO: alt text suggestions, filename generator, metadata viewer/remover, and image optimizer. Web SEO generators: robots.txt, XML sitemap, meta tags, Open Graph, Twitter Cards, schema markup, and canonical URLs. Checkers: Open Graph preview, Twitter Card preview, favicon checker, meta tag analyzer, robots.txt tester, and sitemap validator. YouTube SEO: title, description, tag, and hashtag length checkers with live limits.

Question 14

What social media tools are included?

Accepted Answer

Resize presets for YouTube thumbnails, Instagram posts/stories, Facebook covers, LinkedIn banners, and X/Twitter headers. YouTube utilities: thumbnail downloader, video/channel/playlist ID tools, and embed code generator. Creative tools: Instagram grid maker, carousel splitter, profile picture maker, meme generator, and safe-zone checker. Facebook and TikTok pixel checkers scan a website URL for tracking code — paste any public page link to analyze.

Question 15

How do YouTube title and description limits work in your checkers?

Accepted Answer

YouTube titles allow up to 100 characters; our checker shows remaining count and warns when titles may truncate in search (~60 characters). Descriptions allow up to 5,000 characters. Tag fields in YouTube Studio share a 500-character total limit across up to 30 tags. Hashtag tools detect #tags in your text, count characters, highlight the first three (shown above the title), and warn beyond 15 hashtags per YouTube policy.

Question 16

Do I need an account or subscription?

Accepted Answer

No. ApexToolz is free with no registration, trial period, or premium tier. Open a tool, add your files or text, download the results. There are no watermarks added to your output files. If the site helps you, you can support the project via our Buy me a coffee link or the free Chrome extension.

Question 17

How do I find the right tool?

Accepted Answer

Use Browse Tools in the header for the full category mega menu, or open Explore for a searchable list of every tool. The header search bar finds tools by name instantly. Each tool page includes related tools and step-by-step instructions. With 385+ tools across many categories, search is often the fastest path to what you need.

Question 18

Is there a browser extension?

Accepted Answer

Yes — the Apex Tools Chrome extension adds font inspection, color picking, and layout measurement on any website. The extension complements the main site; image conversion and PDF tools remain on apex-toolz.vercel.app. Find the extension link in the header or footer.

Question 19

How can I report a bug or request a new tool?

Accepted Answer

Use our Contact page to send feedback, report issues, or suggest new converters and utilities. We read every message. When reporting a problem, include your browser, device, and the tool name so we can reproduce it faster.

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