FileCraft vs PDF24
PDF24's web tools upload files to servers in Germany. Their desktop app is local, but requires installation. FileCraft gives you local processing without any installation.
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Quick Verdict
FileCraft is the better choice if you want privacy without installing software. PDF24's desktop app is excellent for power users who want offline tools.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | FileCraft | PDF24 |
|---|---|---|
| File Privacy | ✓Never uploaded — 100% local | Web version uploads to servers |
| Price | Free forever | Free |
| No Registration | Never required | Not required |
| No Installation | ✓No install needed | Desktop app requires install |
| Works Offline | ✓Yes | Only desktop app |
| PDF Tools | 20+ tools | 25+ tools |
✓ FileCraft Advantages
- •Files never uploaded to any server
- •Works 100% offline after first load
- •No account or registration required
- •Free forever, no ads
- •WebAssembly-powered near-native speed
+ PDF24 Advantages
- •Desktop app for offline use
- •More advanced PDF tools
- •Virtual PDF printer
Privacy Comparison
FileCraft
Files never leave your device. All processing happens locally in your browser using the FileCraft Engine. No server receives your files. Works completely offline after first load.
PDF24
PDF24 offers a desktop app and web tools, but the web version uploads files to German servers.