QConvert is a Windows desktop tool for fast image conversion and editing directly from Explorer. It adds configurable per-user context menu actions for converting formats, resizing, cropping, compressing JPG files, optimizing PNG files, removing metadata, creating favicon bundles, exporting square avatars, and saving clipboard images as JPG or PNG. QConvert keeps the original files untouched and writes converted copies next to the source.
Publisher’s description
What is QConvert?
QConvert is an open-source media converter program for Windows from Code-iX. It is written in C#.
Installation and requirements
Official installers exist for 64-bit as MSI. It can be installed for the current user only, without administrator rights. The installer supports unattended (silent) installation. An MSI package is available for deployment with Group Policy, Intune or Configuration Manager.
Updates and version history
The current version is 1.0.2, released on July 7, 2026. 2 versions are listed since July 2, 2026, each with links to its own installer files.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Open source: the code can be inspected and built by anyone
- MSI package for managed deployment
- Documented silent install
- Installs without administrator rights
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
In short: QConvert is an open-source media converter tool for 64-bit PCs. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is QConvert safe to download?
- The file is served by github.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
A77CFA9A7BEC449DD3BF1D8D9670265C7C079B481E2006C971CB9F3E9EC9B6A4· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- The source code is public
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 2 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0.2Latest | July 7, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
| 1.0.0 | July 2, 2026 | — | 64-bit MSI |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id Code-iX.QConvert -emsiexec /i QConvert-1.0.2-x64.msi /qn /norestartmsiexec /x {7EA1D5DA-7FEF-4E02-A09C-289DD3EC816B} /qn /norestartRelated guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- Code-iX
- Category
- Media converters
- Licence
- MIT
- Price
- Free
- Source code
- github.com/Matt-17/QConvert
- Written in
- C#
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 64-bit
- Installer
- MSI
- Version
- 1.0.2
- Released
- July 7, 2026
- Added to the catalogue
- July 2, 2026
- Versions listed
- 2
- Website
- github.com
- winget ID
- Code-iX.QConvert
- MSI product code
- {7EA1D5DA-7FEF-4E02-A09C-289DD3EC816B}
Ratings and reviews
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Frequently asked questions
Is QConvert free?
Yes. QConvert is open-source software under the MIT licence.
Is QConvert safe to download?
The download comes from github.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install QConvert with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can QConvert be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer, including msiexec for the MSI package.
Does QConvert run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 64-bit version through emulation.
Where can I download an older version of QConvert?
The versions page lists all 2 versions with links to their official installer files, back to July 2, 2026.
Can I use QConvert without administrator rights?
Yes, there is a per-user installer that does not need administrator rights.
What are alternatives to QConvert?
Pandoc, HandBrake, scrcpy, File Converter and IrfanView. The alternatives page compares them.
