About ihateimage
Privacy-first image processing tools built for the modern web
Our Mission
We believe image processing should be private, fast, and free. That's why we built ihateimage - a complete suite of image tools that work entirely in your browser.
No uploads. No tracking. No compromises. Just powerful image processing that respects your privacy.
Why We Built This
❌ The Problem
- • Most online tools upload your private images to servers
- • Slow processing due to upload/download times
- • Privacy concerns with sensitive documents
- • Requires internet connection for basic tasks
- • Hidden costs and subscription models
✅ Our Solution
- • 100% browser-based processing
- • Instant results with no uploads
- • Complete privacy - we never see your images
- • Works offline after initial load
- • Free forever with no hidden costs
Perfect For
Government Forms
Passport photos, visa applications, official documents requiring specific file sizes
Professional Use
Resume photos, LinkedIn profiles, business documents, client presentations
Social Media
Instagram posts, Facebook covers, Twitter headers, profile pictures
Our Technology
Frontend Technologies
- • Next.js 14: Modern React framework
- • TypeScript: Type-safe development
- • Tailwind CSS: Responsive design
- • Canvas API: Image manipulation
Processing Libraries
- • browser-image-compression: Smart compression
- • heic2any: HEIC conversion
- • pica: High-quality resizing
- • WebAssembly: Performance optimization
Privacy by Design
Client-Side Processing
All image processing happens in your browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Your images never leave your device.
No Server Uploads
Unlike other tools, we don't upload your images to servers for processing. Everything stays on your device.
Works Offline
Once loaded, our tools work without internet connection. Perfect for sensitive environments or limited connectivity.
Open Source & Transparent
We believe in transparency. Our image processing libraries are open source, and our privacy practices are clearly documented.
- • All processing libraries are publicly auditable
- • No hidden data collection or tracking
- • Clear privacy policy with no legal jargon
- • Community-driven development
Future Roadmap
Coming Soon
- • Advanced image filters and effects
- • Batch processing improvements
- • More format support (AVIF, JPEG XL)
- • Background removal tools
- • Watermark and text overlay features
Long Term
- • Mobile app versions
- • API for developers
- • Advanced AI-powered features
- • Integration with cloud storage
- • Team collaboration features
Join Our Community
Help us build the future of privacy-first image processing. Your feedback shapes our development priorities.