Notes on pixels,
with intent.
HEIC to JPG on Windows: 3 Ways That Actually Work
Windows cannot open HEIC files out of the box. Here are the three methods that work, with honest drawbacks for each.
How to Reduce Image File Size for Email Without Losing Quality
Three photos over the 25 MB limit? Pick the right format, quality, and size — and batch-convert locally instead of uploading.
5 Free Alternatives to CloudConvert for Private Image Conversion (2026)
CloudConvert is great, but every file you upload sits on their servers. Here are five free alternatives with honest trade-offs.
PNG vs JPG vs WebP vs AVIF: Which Image Format Should You Use in 2026?
A practical, no-nonsense guide to picking the right image format for photos, screenshots, logos, and web pages.
How to Convert HEIC to JPG Without Uploading Your Photos
iPhones save photos as HEIC, but most websites and apps want JPG. Here's how to convert without sending your photos to a stranger's server.
How a Browser-Based Image Converter Actually Works
We claim Pixelmint doesn't upload your files. Here's the technical explanation of why that's true — and how to verify it yourself.
The Best Image Format for SEO and Core Web Vitals in 2026
Image format and compression directly affect Largest Contentful Paint. Here's what to use and how to validate it.