# ImgKonvert Capabilities Documentation
> The ultimate secure image toolkit. Fast, private, and free.

ImgKonvert provides a suite of tools for manipulating images securely, ensuring privacy and speed. This document describes the capabilities, supported formats, and specific tools available in the application.

## Access Methods
- **Website:** https://imgkonvert.com/
- **Blog:** https://imgkonvert.com/blog (Tips, tutorials, and deep dives)

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## 7. URL Routing
Direct links to specific tools to help agents construct valid URLs.

### Converters
- **Specific Pair:** `/converters/convert/[source]-to-[target]`
  - *Example:* `https://imgkonvert.com/converters/convert/jpg-to-png`
- **Convert To:** `/converters/convert-to/[target]`
  - *Example:* `https://imgkonvert.com/converters/convert-to/webp`

### Compressors
- **Path:** `/compress/[type]/[format]`
- **Types:** `compressor` (single), `bulk-compressor` (multiple)
- **Formats:** `jpg`, `png`, `webp`, `gif`, `bmp`
  - *Example:* `https://imgkonvert.com/compress/compressor/png`

### Resizers
- **Platform Index:** `/resize/[platform]`
  - *Platforms:* `youtube`, `instagram`, `twitter`, `facebook`, `linkedin`
- **Specific Size:** `/resize/[platform]/[size]`
  - *Example:* `https://imgkonvert.com/resize/instagram/story`

### Metadata & Security
- **Metadata Tool:** `/metadata/[tool-slug]`
  - *Slugs:* `remove-metadata-jpg`, `remove-gps`, `view-metadata`
  - *Example:* `https://imgkonvert.com/metadata/remove-metadata-jpg`
- **Watermark Tool:** `/watermark/[type-slug]`
  - *Slugs:* `text-watermark`, `logo-watermark`, `photo-watermark`
  - *Example:* `https://imgkonvert.com/watermark/text-watermark`

## 1. Image Converters
Convert images between high-efficiency and standard formats. Processing is secure and privacy is prioritized.

### Supported Formats

#### JPG (Joint Photographic Experts Group)
**Description:** widely-used format for photos. Lossy compression.
**Ideal For:** Web publishing, Email attachments, Digital photography, Social media.
**Benefits:**
- Universal Compatibility
- Smaller File Size
- Ideal for Photos

#### WebP (Web Picture)
**Description:** Modern format providing superior lossless and lossy compression for the web.
**Ideal For:** Faster websites, Replacing JPG/PNG, High-quality previews.
**Benefits:**
- Superior Compression (25-35% smaller than JPG)
- Transparency Support
- Animation Support

#### PNG (Portable Network Graphics)
**Description:** Lossless format supporting transparency.
**Ideal For:** Logos, Icons, Screenshots, Graphics with text.
**Benefits:**
- Lossless Compression
- Transparency Support
- High Color Depth

#### AVIF (AV1 Image File Format)
**Description:** Next-gen format offering significant size reduction vs others.
**Ideal For:** Next-gen web images, HDR photos, High-traffic websites.
**Benefits:**
- Superior Compression (better than WebP)
- Excellent Quality at low bitrates
- Modern Feature Support (HDR, Wide Color Gamut)

#### BMP (Bitmap)
**Description:** Uncompressed raster graphics. High quality, large file size.
**Ideal For:** Archival usage, Legacy software, Offline editing.
**Benefits:**
- Uncompressed Quality
- Simple Format

#### GIF (Graphics Interchange Format)
**Description:** Bitmap format supporting basic animations (256 colors).
**Ideal For:** Simple web animations, Memes, Email marketing.
**Benefits:**
- Animation Support
- Wide Compatibility

#### TIFF (Tagged Image File Format)
**Description:** Flexible format for publishing and professionals.
**Ideal For:** Professional printing, Archiving master files, Scanned documents.
**Benefits:**
- High Quality (Lossless/Uncompressed)
- Multiple Images/Layers support
- Professional Standard (CMYK support)

#### ICO (Icon)
**Description:** Format for Windows icons and Web favicons.
**Ideal For:** Website favicons, Application icons.
**Benefits:**
- Multiple Sizes in one file
- Transparency Support

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## 2. Image Compressors
Reduce file size without losing quality. Processing is designed for maximum privacy.

### Supported Formats

#### PNG Compressor
**Tech:** Lossless compression (DEFLATE).
**Usage:** Best for logos, screenshots, graphics with text.
**When NOT to use:** Photos (use JPG).

#### JPG Compressor
**Tech:** Lossy compression (DCT).
**Usage:** Best for photos, realistic images.
**When NOT to use:** Images needing transparency.

#### WebP Compressor
**Tech:** Modern lossy/lossless hybrid.
**Usage:** Performance-critical web images.
**When NOT to use:** Email newsletters (compatibility).

#### BMP Compressor
**Tech:** Conversion to efficiency.
**Usage:** Legacy files, scanned docs.
**Note:** Typically converts large BITMAPS to efficient formats.

#### GIF Compressor
**Tech:** Palette optimization, frame differencing.
**Usage:** Memes, short clips.
**When NOT to use:** Long videos (use MP4/WebP).

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## 3. Image Resizers
Pre-set dimensions for social media platforms to ensure perfect display without cropping.

### YouTube
- **Thumbnail:** 1280x720 (16:9) - Crucial for CTR.
- **Banner:** 2560x1440 (16:9) - Optimized for TV/Desktop/Mobile safe zones.

### Instagram
- **Post:** 1080x1080 (1:1) - The classic square.
- **Story:** 1080x1920 (9:16) - Full screen vertical.

### Twitter (X)
- **Post:** 1200x675 (16:9) - Optimized for in-feed display.
- **Header:** 1500x500 (3:1) - Profile banner.

### Facebook
- **Cover:** 820x312 (2.63:1) - Profile/Page header.
- **Post:** 1200x630 (1.91:1) - Standard shared image size.
- **Story:** 1080x1920 (9:16).

### LinkedIn
- **Header:** 1584x396 (4:1) - Professional profile banner.
- **Post:** 1200x627 (1.91:1) - Professional feed content.

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## 4. Metadata Tools
Tools to view, edit, and strip hidden data from images. Privacy-focused.

### Tools
- **JPG Metadata Remover:** Strips EXIF, GPS, Camera info.
- **GPS Remover:** Specific tool to only remove location data while keeping camera settings.
- **Metadata Viewer:** View EXIF, IPTC, XMP data for JPG, PNG, TIFF, WebP.

### Privacy Features
- **GPS Stripping:** Removing latitude/longitude to prevent location tracking.
- **Camera Fingerprint Removal:** Removing serial numbers.
- **Secure Processing:** Files are processed securely without compromising data.

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## 5. Watermark Tools
Protect intellectual property.

### Types
- **Text Watermark:** Add custom text (Copyright, Name, URL). Customizable font, opacity, position (includes tiled pattern).
- **Logo Watermark:** Upload a PNG/Image logo. Transparency support. Adjustable size and opacity.
- **Photo Watermark:** General term for applying protection to photography.