DropFile · Windows, iPhone & iPad

Convert almost anything, without uploading it anywhere.

DropFile converts PDFs, documents, images, video, audio, spreadsheets, and archives — more than 40 actions across seven file categories, from one drop zone. Every conversion runs on your own device, with no account, no uploads, and no server in between.

v1.24.9 · SVG support · 40+ actions · 100% local · Windows 10/11 · iPhone & iPad

DropFile icon: a PDF file dropping into the DropFile drop zone.

Every format you actually use

PDF, documents, images, video, audio, spreadsheets, and archives — 40+ conversion actions across seven file categories, all from the same drop zone.

Entirely on your device

Every conversion runs locally. No server, no cloud step, no telemetry — your files never leave your PC.

Drop many, done together

Batch-convert a folder of images, merge PDFs in the order you choose, or bundle mixed files into a single ZIP — all in one drop.

By the numbers

40+
Conversion actions available
7
File categories covered
100%
Local processing, on-device
0
Cloud uploads, by design

Reviews

What people say after they install it.

Reviews from DropFile users on the Microsoft Store.

★★★★★

Great product

So easy to use, I love keeping it open on my desktop. I always need to convert files for something. This app makes it so easy.

Victoria · Microsoft Store
★★★★★

Where have you been?!?

I run my own consulting business and can't tell you how much time this tool has saved me. It literally cuts my workflow in half and lets me focus on growing my business, not opening, closing, printing, and scanning files. A game-changer for day-to-day needs.

Matthew · Microsoft Store
★★★★★

Drag. Drop. Done!

DropFile makes file conversions unbelievably easy. I just drag and drop, tap what I want it to do, and it's done in seconds. The interface is clean, intuitive, and completely hassle-free. Highly recommend for anyone who wants quick, simple, no-stress file handling.

Celine · Microsoft Store
★★★★★

Super impressed with this simple tool

I feel lucky to have come across this file converter app. It's one of the cleanest and most simplistic apps I've used. It's always accessible and super easy to drop files into, the app does the rest. A great alternative to expensive programs like Adobe.

Darryl · Microsoft Store

Privacy

Every upload is a risk. DropFile takes none.

Millions of people upload sensitive documents, contracts, financial records, and personal photos to free online conversion tools every day. Most don't think twice. They should.

Online converters

  • Your file is uploaded to a server you don't control
  • Files may be stored, logged, or analyzed by third parties
  • Exposed to data breaches, leaks, and unauthorized access
  • No guarantee your file is ever actually deleted
  • Your sensitive data could be used to train AI models
  • Requires an internet connection, and your trust

DropFile

  • All processing happens on your machine, period
  • Your files never leave your PC under any circumstance
  • No server, no third party, no exposure risk
  • Works entirely offline after installation
  • Your data is yours. It stays yours.
  • Built by a cybersecurity firm that understands what's at stake

Sharing files that may hold personal data? FileSentinel scans for SSNs, payment cards, health records, and hidden metadata before you send.

Features

40+ actions across 7 file types.

A single drop zone, every format you actually use. Built for daily workflow, tuned for power users, configured to your taste.

40+ conversion actions

Compress, encrypt, extract, resize, trim, normalize, bundle. One drop zone, every operation across all 7 file categories.

100% local processing

Every conversion runs on-device. No server, no cloud, no upload step, no telemetry. Your files never leave your PC.

Batch mode

Drop multiple files and DropFile processes them together. Batch-convert images, merge PDFs in any order, or bundle to ZIP in a single drop.

Pinnable favorites

Pin the conversions you use most so they're one drop away. Tailor DropFile to your workflow and it stays out of your way.

No Office required

Convert DOCX, DOC, ODT, RTF, and TXT to PDF without Word, Excel, or any Office install. Convert spreadsheets without Excel.

Runs offline

Once installed, DropFile runs entirely offline. No internet connection needed to convert PDFs, images, video, audio, sheets, or archives.

SVG support

Convert vector graphics to and from raster formats, including SVG favicons. Designers, web devs, and brand teams welcome.

Strip EXIF privacy

Remove embedded metadata from images with one click. Protect location data, device IDs, and personal info before sharing.

AES-256 PDF encryption

Password-protect any PDF with AES-256 encryption. Extract specific page ranges, compress, or rotate. Total control.

How it works

Three steps. Zero friction.

Drop. Choose. Done. The entire DropFile pipeline, from desktop widget to converted file, in under thirty seconds.

Drop

Drag any file onto the DropFile widget, or press Ctrl+O to open a file picker. Drop multiple files to use batch mode.

Choose

The widget expands and shows every action available for your file type. Adjust quality, page range, trim points, or other parameters as needed.

Done

Your converted file is saved to your output folder instantly. Open it or reveal it in Explorer, then press Escape to reset.

Animated demonstration of DropFile converting a file: drop, choose, done.

DropFile in action — drop, choose, done.

DropFile's action menu for a dropped PDF, with Compress PDF selected and ready to convert.

Choosing an action for a dropped PDF.

Supported formats

Every format you actually use.

Seven categories, dozens of formats, 40+ conversion actions across the lot. If your file isn't here, drop us a line — we add formats based on real demand.

PDF

Total control
  • Compress PDF file size with one click
  • Password protect with AES-256 encryption
  • Extract specific pages, e.g. 1–3, 5, 8–10
  • Rotate pages 90°, 180°, or 270°
  • Convert to images at up to 300 DPI (PNG or JPG)
  • Extract all embedded images from any PDF

Documents

No Office needed
  • Convert DOCX, DOC, ODT, RTF, and TXT to PDF
  • No Word or Office installation required
  • Export to plain text, HTML, or Markdown
  • Drag-and-drop, no menus, no dialogs to hunt for

Images & photos

Every transform
  • Convert between JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, and TIFF
  • Resize with max-width and fit mode (Inside, Contain, Cover, Fill)
  • Crop to custom dimensions or aspect presets (1:1, 4:3, 16:9)
  • Add text watermarks with custom positioning
  • Strip EXIF metadata to protect privacy
  • Flip horizontal or vertical, rotate in any direction

Video

Simplified
  • Convert AVI, MOV, MKV, MP4, WebM instantly
  • Extract audio as MP3, AAC, WAV, or FLAC with bitrate control
  • Trim video to precise start and end times
  • Change resolution: 1080p, 720p, 480p, or 360p
  • Extract individual frames at custom frame rates
  • Export any video clip as an animated GIF

Audio

Full conversion
  • Convert between all major audio formats
  • Compress audio files to reduce size
  • Trim to a precise start and end time
  • Normalize volume levels across files

Spreadsheets

No Excel needed
  • Convert spreadsheets to CSV or JSON
  • Export to HTML for web use
  • Convert CSV back to XLSX
  • No Excel installation required

Archives

Bundle & extract
  • Extract ZIP, TAR, 7Z, and RAR archives
  • Create a ZIP archive from any files
  • Bundle multiple files into one ZIP
  • No third-party tools required

Customization

Tailored to how you work.

DropFile settings panel showing General, Output, and Appearance options.

Launch at login, always on top, custom output folder, filename templates, widget appearance, and update channel. Configure once, then forget.

Launch at loginAlways on topCustom output folder Filename templatesCollapse on hover-awayDark / Light / System theme Widget size & opacityStable or Beta updates

Power users

Built for keyboard workflows too.

ShortcutAction
Ctrl + OOpen file picker
↑ / ↓Navigate the action list
EnterExecute selected action
EscapeReset to idle drop zone

FAQ

Questions people ask before they install.

Does DropFile upload my files to the cloud?
No. All processing happens on your machine. Your files never leave your PC — there is no server, no third party, and no upload step. DropFile works entirely offline after installation.
Does DropFile work without an internet connection?
Yes. Once installed, DropFile runs entirely offline. No internet connection is required to convert PDFs, images, video, audio, documents, spreadsheets, or archives.
What file formats does DropFile support?
PDF, DOCX, RTF, ODT, MD, TXT, JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, HEIC, AVIF, TIFF, SVG, MP4, WebM, MOV, AVI, MKV, MP3, WAV, FLAC, AAC, M4A, OGG, XLSX, CSV, JSON, ZIP, RAR, 7Z, TAR, GZ, and more — over 40 conversion actions across 7 file categories.
Do I need Microsoft Office installed to convert documents?
No. DropFile converts DOCX, DOC, ODT, RTF, and TXT files to PDF without requiring Microsoft Word or any Office installation.
What operating systems does DropFile support?
DropFile is available now for Windows 10 and Windows 11, and on iPhone and iPad via the App Store. A macOS desktop version is coming soon.
Can DropFile convert multiple files at once?
Yes. Drop multiple files onto the widget at once and DropFile processes them together. Batch-convert images, merge PDFs in any order, or bundle files into a ZIP archive in a single drop.
Where can I download DropFile?
DropFile is available on the Microsoft Store for Windows 10 and Windows 11, and on the App Store for iPhone and iPad. No account is needed to use the Windows app.
Is DropFile available for iPhone and iPad?
Yes. DropFile 1.0 is available now on the App Store for iPhone and iPad. Like the Windows app, it processes everything locally on your device, so your files never leave it. Your purchase is tied to your Apple Account, and updates arrive automatically through the App Store.

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Support

Stuck? Open a channel.

A full help guide ships with the app. For everything else, the support page and direct email are one click away.

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Emailsupport@vandien.io

Phone(551) 236-3191, business hours, NYC metro

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Runs entirely on your device. No account, no uploads, no telemetry.

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