1. Why Orqui is free
Our mission is broad access to high‑quality image & document utilities. Local (in‑browser) processing removes heavy server compute cost so we can fund remaining infra with lightweight ads.
2. Cost structure
- CDN: Distributes static JS & WASM libraries.
- Edge KV / counters: Aggregate usage metrics.
- Domain & monitoring: Operational basics.
3. Ads philosophy
- No file upload → ad networks never see your content.
- Minimal placements; performance budget respected.
- No dark patterns, paywalls or nag modals.
4. Privacy principles
We intentionally avoid storing file bytes, names or hashes. Analytics are aggregate only. See related privacy article for technical details.
5. Sustainability roadmap
- Keep core tools free & fast.
- Iterate on compression / AI background removal locally.
- Optionally add donations or pro automation later (without crippling free tier).
6. FAQ
- Is Orqui really free?
Yes. All core tools are free; no hidden upgrade, trial expiry or credit system. - Why show ads?
Ads cover infrastructure (CDN, edge counters) and future feature R&D while keeping access universal. - Do you track me for ad targeting?
No invasive profiling. We avoid uploading your files and keep only aggregate usage metrics. - Will you add subscriptions later?
No plan for paywalling existing tools. If future pro features appear, free core stays. - Can I use the tools offline?
After first load of required libraries, many conversions still work offline because processing is local. - Can I donate instead?
Maybe later. For now lightweight ads are the simplest sustainable model.