DEV Community: akshit singh shekhawat

I Built a Privacy-First AI Background Remover for Run It Free

akshit singh shekhawat — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:12:24 +0000

Most background remover tools require uploading images to external servers.

While building Run It Free, I wanted a different approach: keep everything inside the browser.

So I created Background Remover Pro — a browser-based AI tool that processes images locally.

Features:

• AI background removal
• Manual refine mask tool
• Transparent PNG export
• Outline effects
• Drop shadows
• Custom backgrounds
• Direct image editor integration

The goal of Run It Free is simple: create utility tools that are fast, private, and work without unnecessary uploads.

One feature I spent extra time on was mask refinement because automated removal usually struggles around complex edges.

If you're a developer, designer, or creator, I'd love feedback.

Try Run It Free:
https://runitfree.online/background-remover

How I Built a Privacy-Focused PDF to Image Converter

akshit singh shekhawat — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:09:27 +0000

Introduction

Most online PDF converters require users to upload files to external servers, which can raise privacy concerns and slow down the conversion process. That's why I built the PDF to Image tool on Run It Free, a growing collection of free online tools designed to be fast, simple, and privacy-focused.

The goal was to create a PDF converter that allows users to transform PDF pages into high-quality images while keeping the experience clean, fast, and accessible.

Why I Built It

There were several reasons behind creating this tool for Run It Free:

Privacy concerns around uploading sensitive PDF files.
Faster processing through browser-based technology.
No account creation or signup requirements.
A simpler and more user-friendly experience.
Free access without hidden limitations.

Many existing tools either limit conversions, reduce quality, or require users to create accounts. I wanted Run It Free to offer a better alternative.

Features

The PDF to Image tool currently supports:

PDF to PNG conversion
PDF to JPG conversion
PDF to WebP conversion
Multiple image quality settings
Download all converted pages as ZIP
Browser-side processing
Fast conversion speeds
Mobile-friendly interface
No signup required
Technical Challenges

Building the tool involved solving several challenges:

Accurate PDF Rendering

PDF documents often contain complex layouts, images, fonts, and formatting. Ensuring accurate rendering across different PDF files required careful implementation.

Image Quality Optimization

Users expect sharp and readable output, especially for documents containing text. Balancing image quality and file size was an important challenge.

Large PDF Handling

Some PDFs contain dozens or even hundreds of pages. Managing memory efficiently while maintaining performance required optimization.

Browser Compatibility

The tool needed to work consistently across Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari, and mobile browsers.

Lessons Learned

Developing this tool taught me several valuable lessons:

Users care deeply about privacy.
Performance is often more important than adding extra features.
Simple user interfaces increase adoption.
Fast-loading tools improve user satisfaction.
Browser-based processing is a strong competitive advantage.
About Run It Free

Run It Free is a platform dedicated to providing free online tools for developers, students, professionals, content creators, and everyday users.

The mission is simple:

Free to use
Privacy-focused
No unnecessary signups
Fast and modern user experience

This PDF to Image converter is one of many tools being added to the platform.

Try the Tool

PDF to Image by Run It Free:

https://runitfree.online/pdf-to-image

Feedback

I am continuously improving Run It Free and would love feedback from the community.

What features would you like to see next?
What can be improved in the user interface?
How does it compare with other PDF conversion tools you use?

Your suggestions will help shape future updates.

Built by Run It Free — Free Online Tools for Developers, Students, Creators, and Professionals.

Keywords: Run It Free, PDF to Image Converter, PDF to PNG, PDF to JPG, PDF to WebP, Free Online PDF Tools, Browser-Based PDF Converter, Privacy-Focused PDF Converter.

The fastest way to optimize images for your web projects (Zero Server Roundtrips)

akshit singh shekhawat — Thu, 28 May 2026 12:24:58 +0000

We all know the pain: you finish a landing page, run a Lighthouse test, and realize your hero image is 4MB. You need to compress it fast.

You could open Photoshop, or you could use an online tool—but most online tools make you upload the file, wait for their server to process it, and download it again. It's slow and terrible for privacy.

I wanted a frictionless workflow, so I added a client-side Image Compressor to my tool suite, Run It Free.

⚡ How it works: Everything is processed locally in your browser. When you drop an image in, it uses HTML5 Canvas and modern browser APIs to compress the file on your machine.

🛡️ Benefits:

Instant processing: No server upload/download times.
Total Privacy: Great if you are working with client assets under NDA. The files never leave your machine.
Batch friendly: Because it's local, you can crunch through files quickly.
Next time you need to shave some megabytes off your assets before deployment, give it a try: 👉 Run It Free - Image Compressor
You can check it out here: https://runitfree.online/image-compressor

Let me know what you think of the compression algorithm!

I Built a Free GST Calculator with CGST, SGST & IGST Support Using React

akshit singh shekhawat — Wed, 20 May 2026 17:41:58 +0000

As a frontend developer, I enjoy building tools that are actually useful in day-to-day life — tools that are fast, clean, and respect user privacy.

That’s why I created Run It Free, a collection of free browser-based tools that work instantly without sign-ups, uploads, or unnecessary distractions.

🚀 GST Calculator

One of the latest tools on the platform is a modern GST Calculator designed for freelancers, businesses, students, and developers.

✨ Live Demo

Run It Free GST Calculator

Why I Built It

Most GST calculators online have a few common problems:

Outdated and cluttered UI
Too many ads and popups
Slow performance
Confusing workflow
Require unnecessary sign-ups

I wanted to build something different:

✅ Free forever
✅ Privacy-first
✅ Runs entirely in your browser
✅ No uploads
✅ No sign-up required
✅ Fast and mobile-friendly

The goal was simple: create a clean utility that anyone can use instantly.

Features
GST Calculation Modes
Add GST
Remove GST
Instant real-time calculations
Tax Breakdown Support
CGST
SGST
IGST
Multiple GST Rates

Supports:

5%
12%
18%
28%
Custom GST rates
Multi-item Calculation

Calculate GST for multiple items in a single workflow.

Responsive UI

Optimized for:

Desktop
Tablet
Mobile devices
Browser-Based Processing

Everything runs directly in the browser for better speed and privacy.

Tech Stack

Built using:

React
TypeScript
Tailwind CSS
Vite
About Run It Free

Run It Free is my growing collection of free online browser tools focused on:

Privacy-first experience
Fast performance
Clean UI/UX
Zero sign-up friction
Client-side processing whenever possible

The vision is to create useful everyday tools that people can access instantly without creating accounts or uploading data.

Explore here:
Run It Free (runitfree.online)

Feedback Welcome 🙌

I’d love feedback from the developer community on:

UI/UX improvements
Accessibility
SEO
Performance optimization
Feature ideas
Developer experience

If you have suggestions or ideas for new tools, feel free to share them.

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Run It Free - 47+ free browser-based tools for PDF, images, developer utilities, finance & health.

akshit singh shekhawat — Sun, 17 May 2026 16:12:43 +0000

Most "free" online tools:
❌ Upload your files to their servers
❌ Force you to create an account
❌ Limit how many times you can use them
Run It Free does none of that.
47+ tools. All free. All browser-based. Zero uploads.
👉 https://runitfree.online

Privacy #FreeTools #NoSignUp