Every developer needs quick utilities. Here are 7 browser-based tools that work instantly — no install, no signup, no BS.
1. Text Diff Checker
Paste two text blocks → see additions, deletions, and changes highlighted inline.
When you need it: Reviewing config changes, comparing outputs, or code review diffs.
2. URL Encoder/Decoder
Encode special characters for URLs or decode percent-encoded strings.
When you need it: Building API query strings, debugging redirect chains, or fixing broken links.
3. Password Generator
Generate cryptographically secure passwords with custom length, symbols, and entropy display.
When you need it: Creating strong credentials for new accounts or API keys.
4. Regex Tester
Write regex patterns with real-time highlighting on sample text. Shows match groups.
When you need it: Validating email formats, parsing logs, or extracting data.
5. Word & Character Counter
Real-time word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts with reading time.
When you need it: Hitting blog post targets, tweet limits, or meta description lengths.
6. UUID Generator
Generate v4 UUIDs in bulk with one click. Copy individually or all at once.
When you need it: Seeding databases, creating test fixtures, or assigning unique IDs.
7. JWT Decoder
Paste a JWT → see header, payload, and expiration decoded with color-coded sections.
When you need it: Debugging auth flows, checking token claims, or verifying expiration.
Why browser-based?
- ✅ No install
- ✅ No signup
- ✅ No data collection
- ✅ Works offline (after first load)
All tools are open source: GitHub
What tool do you wish existed as a simple browser page? Drop it in the comments!
Top comments (1)
This is so true. I use browser tools like these almost daily because they save a lot of time compared to opening heavy software.
I actually faced the same problem and ended up building 100+ free tools that run directly in the user’s browser — no signup, no install, everything works locally for privacy and speed. It’s part of my project AllInOneTools.net.
Once you get used to instant browser tools, it’s hard to go back to traditional software.