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Network-wide software for blocking ads and trackers
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Transmute
Self-hosted file converter and compressor for images, video, and audio
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About Transmute
Transmute is an open-source, self-hosted file converter and compressor that handles images, video, audio, documents, data, 3D models, fonts, and subtitles entirely on your own hardware. Powered by tools like FFmpeg, Pillow, and Pandoc, it supports thousands of conversions plus same-format compression, with no uploads to third-party servers, no file size limits, and no watermarks. A clean web interface, a FastAPI-powered REST API, themes, and optional OIDC single sign-on make it practical for individuals and teams.
Transmute website preview
Live preview of transmute.sh via the WordPress mShots service — it can take a few seconds to generate on a first visit.
Transmute: strengths & things to check
Strengths
- Completely free to use — this directory lists no paid plan for it.
- Covers file converter, self hosted, open source — see the focus areas listed in its key facts.
- Has 6 close alternatives in the same category on this page, so switching or comparing is easy.
Things to check
- Free tools can change their model or shut down — avoid locking critical work into it without an export path.
- Current plan prices are not listed here (they change too often to print reliably) — confirm the exact price on the official site.
- It is one of 879 tools in the Utilities & Security category here — compare it against the alternatives below before you commit.
Derived from this listing's own data (pricing model, focus areas and category) — not a hands-on review score.
Transmute pricing
| Pricing model | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
|---|---|
| Free access | Yes — fully free |
| Current plan prices | Listed on the official site — prices change, so this directory links out instead of printing a number that may already be stale. |
| Official site | transmute.sh |
Transmute key facts
- Category: Utilities & Security
- Pricing: Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it.
- Focus areas: file converter, self hosted, open source
- Official site: transmute.sh
Transmute FAQ
How much does Transmute cost?
Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. Current plans and prices are listed on the official site (transmute.sh).
What is Transmute used for?
Self-hosted file converter and compressor for images, video, and audio Its focus areas in the Utilities & Security category: file converter, self hosted, open source.
Where can I try Transmute?
On its official site, transmute.sh — the Visit Official Site button above goes straight there.
Transmute vs alternatives
| Transmute | AdGuard Home | AirTrail | AliasVault | |
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| Pricing | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. | Free — listed in this directory as a free tool, with no paid plan required to use it. |
| Focus areas | file converter, self hosted, open source | ad blocking, dns, privacy, self hosted, open source | flight tracking, self hosted, open source, maps | password manager, email alias, self hosted, open source |
| Official site | transmute.sh | adguard.com | airtrail.johan.ohly.dk | aliasvault.net |
| Directory status | Listed | Listed | Listed | Listed |
Side-by-side from each listing's own directory data. Full alternative cards are below.
About the Utilities & Security category
Password managers, cloud storage, and VPNs for everyday digital security. The Utilities & Security category on Tools Hub currently lists 879 tools. Alongside Transmute, it includes Wavelog, NetAlertX, Teampass, lesma.
Alternatives to Transmute
Tools in the same Utilities & Security category that share focus areas with Transmute — worth comparing before you commit:
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