SIMPLE · FAST · USEFUL

Simple Tools. Done in Seconds.

Fast, privacy-friendly tools for images, AI, and secure transfer. No installs. No complicated setup.

An elderly fisherman pulling a leaping bluefin tuna from the sea
422 Lab / The spirit of the catch
Where practical, your files are processed locally in your browser and are not uploaded to our servers.

01 / Our Tools

Our Tools

Open a focused tool and get the job done without a complicated workflow.

01JPG · PNG · WebP

Compress Images

Reduce image file size while keeping great visual quality.

Compress
022× · 4×

AI Image Upscaler

Enhance image resolution and recover more visual detail with AI.

Upscale
03Up to 1 GB

Secure Transfer

Send files and text between devices through encrypted connections.

Transfer

02 / Built for simplicity

Built for simplicity

01

Fast

Designed for quick everyday tasks.

02

Privacy-conscious

Browser-first processing whenever possible.

03

Simple

No installation. No complicated workflow.

03 / 422 Lab

Free online tools without unnecessary complexity

422 Lab is a collection of lightweight browser-based tools for everyday digital tasks. Instead of installing dedicated software or creating an account for a simple task, you can open the tool you need and get started directly in your browser.

Use Image Compressor to reduce large image files, AI Image Upscaler to enhance low-resolution images, or Secure Transfer to send files and text between devices through temporary encrypted connections.

We design each tool around a simple principle: the interface should stay out of the way. Processing and privacy behavior varies by tool, so the relevant page explains how it works.

04 / FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these tools free?

Yes. The core tools are currently free to use.

Do I need an account?

No. You can use the current tools without creating an account.

Are my files stored?

Processing and storage methods vary by tool. We minimize unnecessary data handling and explain how each tool processes your files in its privacy notice and our Privacy Policy.

Which browsers are supported?

The tools are designed for current Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and Safari releases. Some capabilities, such as WebGPU or direct-to-disk saving, may fall back to a slower or more limited browser path.

How large a file can I transfer?

Secure Transfer currently limits a single file to 1 GB.