Why Privacy Matters When Using Free Online Tools
How Dev Utility keeps files and text on your device with client-side processing — and when to be careful with cloud-based utilities.
Free online tools are convenient, but not all of them treat your data the same way. Some upload every file to a remote server for processing. That is fine for public images; it is risky for contracts, passwords, or customer data.
Dev Utility is built with a privacy-first mindset: many tools run entirely in your browser using JavaScript.
Client-side vs server-side
Client-side tools (JSON format, encrypt/decrypt, many PDF and image jobs) process input on your machine. Server-side tools (such as SEO checkers that fetch a URL you enter) only contact addresses you explicitly provide.
Always read the tool description on the page if you are unsure.
Good habits
Do not paste production secrets into random websites. Use encrypt/hash tools locally when possible. Close the tab after sensitive work. Prefer HTTPS sites like devutility.in with a clear privacy policy.
Our commitment
We do not require an account to use Dev Utility. We aim to minimize data collection and explain our practices on the privacy policy page. Questions? Email [email protected].