How to Convert Files to a Different Format with Free Tools

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How to Convert Files to a Different Format with Free Tools

How do you turn your favorite MP3 into a ringtone for your mobile phone? What is the quickest way to convert a PowerPoint presentation into a video file? How do you convert Microsoft Office documents for reading a Kindle?

These are some common questions and what follows is a detailed guide on how you may convert files of just about any format to another format using free tools.

Convert any type of file for Free

I have covered both web-based and software-based conversion utilities though I prefer the latter option for a couple of reasons - conversion on desktop is often faster, you get to convert your large files offline and, most importantly, you don’t have to worry about privacy issues since there’s no need to upload files to another server for conversion.