Guide
January 16, 2026
by DocCraft Team
Why Client-Side Tools Are Safer for Your Data
The Old Way: Server-Side Processing
Traditionally, when you used an online tool (like a PDF merger), your file was uploaded to a remote server. The server processed it and sent it back. This creates a risk: what happens to your file while it is on their server? Is it deleted? Is it hacked?
The New Way: Client-Side Technology
Modern web technologies like WebAssembly allow browsers to run heavy code directly on your laptop. DocCraft uses this approach.
Benefits of Client-Side Tools
- Privacy: Your file never leaves your device. It is mathematically impossible for us to see it.
- Speed: No upload time. A 1GB video processes instantly because it doesn't need to travel through the internet.
- Security: Corporate firewalls trust it because no data is being exfiltrated.
How to Verify
You can verify this yourself. Turn off your Wi-Fi and try using our Image Compressor. It will still work perfectly. That is the proof of true offline privacy.
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