ASCIICraft: Transform Your Media into Text Art
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Static Images
Convert photos and graphics to ASCII art with precise control over the output
Animated Media
Transform GIFs and videos into ASCII sequences with playback controls
100% Client-Side
Your media never leaves your device - all processing happens in your browser for total privacy
Multi-format Export
Save your creations as SVG, PNG, WebP, GIF
Unlock Premium Features
- ✓ No conversion limits (GIFs, videos)
- ✓ Export without watermarks
- ✓ Access to special character sets
- ✓ Advanced export formats (AVIF, WebM)
- ✓ Video to ASCII conversion
- ✓ 100% client-side processing for total privacy
Regular updates with new features for premium users
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Thank you for your interest in ASCIICraft. We're committed to creating the best ASCII art conversion tool available and value your input tremendously.
How Can We Help You?
Feature Requests
Have an idea for making ASCIICraft better? We're constantly improving our application based on user feedback. Whether it's a new character set, export format, or editing capability you'd like to see, we want to hear about it!
Technical Support
Experiencing issues with image conversion, animation playback, or export functionality? Let us know the details of your problem, including your browser version and device, and we'll help resolve it quickly.
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Interested in using ASCIICraft in a commercial project, educational setting, or want to discuss partnership opportunities? We're open to collaboration possibilities!
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We strive to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours. Your feedback directly influences our development roadmap, and we're genuinely excited to hear from you!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Contents
Basic Usage
How do I convert an image to ASCII art?
Simply drag and drop an image onto the upload zone, or click to browse your files. ASCIICraft will automatically convert your image to ASCII art with the default settings. You can then adjust various parameters to customize the output.
What file types are supported?
ASCIICraft supports most common media formats, including:
- PNG
- JPEG/JPG
- GIF (including animated GIFs)
- MP4 videos
- BMP
- WebP
Is there a size limit for uploads?
Yes, there are some limitations:
- Static images: No size limits, optimal processing up to 8000×8000 pixels
- Animated GIFs: 25MB file size (Premium: 50MB)
- Videos: 100MB free/200MB premium with resolution-based duration limits (480p: 5min, 720p: 3min, 1080p: 2min, 4K/1440p: premium only)
For best results with large files, consider optimizing them before uploading.
How is my data handled?
ASCIICraft processes all images and GIFs entirely within your browser. Your media files are never uploaded to our servers, ensuring maximum privacy. For more details, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Features & Settings
What adjustment options are available?
ASCIICraft offers several controls to customize your ASCII art:
- Width: Characters per line - Images: up to 250 free/300 premium, GIFs: up to 180 free/300 premium, Videos: varies by resolution (up to 350 for 4K premium)
- Character Set: Choose different sets of characters for different styles
- Brightness: Adjust the overall brightness of the output (0-100%)
- Character Highlight: Control the background opacity of characters (0-1)
What are the different character sets?
ASCIICraft offers 45+ character sets organized by style:
Classic ASCII
- Detailed:
.,:;irsXA253hMHGS#9B&@(balanced, default) - Extended:
@MBHENR#KWXDFPQASUZbdehx*8Gm&04LOVYkpq5Tagns69owz$CIu23Jcfry - Maximal:
bdehx*8Gm&04LOVYkpq5Tagns69owz$CIu23Jcfry@MBHENR#KWXDFPQASUZ(maximum detail) - Minimal:
.-+*#@(simple, clean) - High Contrast:
.,:;^!|l1tfLCG08*oO#$%@
Unicode & Blocks
- Shadows:
▁▂▃▄▅▆▇█(subtle shading) - Blocks:
░▒▓█(solid blocks) - Retro:
█▉▊▋▌▍▎▏(retro gaming style) - Texture:
░▒▓█▉▊▋▌▍▎▏▐ - Braille HD:
⠀⠁⠂⠃⠄⠅⠆⠇⠈⠉⠊⠋⠌⠍⠎⠏...
Artistic & Special
- Artistic:
.,:~=+?*xoO#&@ - Dots/Pointillism:
⣿⣾⣽⣻⣟⣯⣷⠿⠾⠽⠻⠟⠯⠷⡿⡾⡽⡻⡟⡯⡷⣀⠀ - Geometric:
○◯●◐◑◒◓◔◕◖◗◘◙◚◛◜◝◞◟◠◡◢◣◤◥◦◧◨◩◪◫◬◭◮ - Shapes:
▲△▴▵▶▷▸▹►▻▼▽▾▿◀◁◂◃◄◅◆◇◈◉◊○◌◍◎●◐◑◒◓
Thematic Collections
- Cyberpunk:
░▒▓█▄▀▐▌|/\\<>[]{}()!@#$%^&*+-= - Matrix:
·¦|!¡i1lI|/\\(){}[]<>+=*@#$%& - Gothic:
·∘○◯●◐◑◒◓▪▫▬▭▮▯▰▱ - Portrait:
.,:;'"`-_~=+iI!|/\\()<>{}[]lLxXoO0Q@#$&* - Architecture:
·-|+/\\^v<>[]{}()═║╔╗╚╝╠╣╦╩╬
Mood & Atmosphere
- Zen:
·◦○◯●◎⊙⊚⊛⊜⊝ - Calm:
·∘○◯◦⊙⊚◎● - Energy:
·!|/\\^v()<>{}[]=+*#@&$% - Winter:
·∘❄❅❆❇❈❉❊❋ - Forest:
.,`'"/\\|^v()<>{}[] - Flame:
.·∘°˚˙∴∵∶∷◦⁎⁕⁜⁛⁚※
Specialized
- Binary:
█▌ - Numbers:
0123456789 - Letters:
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyzABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ - Terminal:
.-+*=#@%&$ - Teletext:
▀▄█▌▐░▒▓■□▪▫
Each character set creates a different visual style and mood. Experiment to find what works best for your content!
How does the Width setting affect the output?
The Width setting determines how many characters will be used horizontally in your ASCII art. A higher width value means more detail but smaller text when displayed at the same size. The optimal width depends on your image and how you plan to use the ASCII art.
What does the Brightness setting do?
The Brightness setting adjusts the overall luminosity of the ASCII output. Higher values make the result brighter, which can help reveal details in darker images. Lower values create more contrast and can emphasize shapes in brighter images.
What is Character Highlight?
Character Highlight controls the opacity of character backgrounds. At 0, characters appear on a transparent background. As you increase the value, each character's background takes on the color of the original image pixel, creating a more colorful, block-like appearance.
Animated GIFs
Can I convert animated GIFs to ASCII animations?
Yes! ASCIICraft supports animated GIFs and will convert them to ASCII animations. You can play, pause, and navigate through the frames using the controls that appear below the ASCII output.
What's the difference between free and premium for GIFs?
Free users can convert GIFs with some limitations:
- Limited number of conversions per day
- Exports include a watermark
- Limited width settings
Premium users enjoy unlimited GIF conversions, watermark-free exports, and access to advanced settings.
Why is GIF playback slow on my device?
ASCII animations can be resource-intensive, especially for complex GIFs with many frames. On less powerful devices, ASCIICraft automatically activates a "Performance Mode" that optimizes playback. You can still navigate through frames manually using the controls.
Can I export ASCII animations?
Yes, you can export ASCII animations as animated GIFs. Premium users also have access to WebM format for potentially smaller file sizes and better quality.
Video Conversion
Can I convert videos to ASCII animations?
Yes! ASCIICraft supports MP4 video files and converts them frame-by-frame into ASCII animations. The output is a WebM video file that preserves the ASCII art animation without the original audio.
What are the video limitations?
Video conversion has specific limits:
- Maximum file size: 100MB (Premium: 200MB)
- Duration limits by resolution: 480p (5min), 720p (3min), 1080p (2min), 1440p (50sec premium), 4K (40sec premium)
- Supported format: MP4 input
- Output format: WebM (no audio)
Premium users get priority processing and watermark-free exports.
Resolution-specific duration limits:
- 4K (3840×2160): Premium only, 40 seconds max
- 1440p (2560×1440): Premium only, 50 seconds max
- 1080p (1920×1080): 120 seconds max
- 720p and below: 180-300 seconds max
Why is there no audio in exported videos?
ASCIICraft focuses on visual ASCII conversion. Audio is not preserved in the output to keep file sizes manageable and processing efficient. The exported WebM file contains only the ASCII animation.
How long does video conversion take?
Processing time depends on video length, resolution, and complexity. A 30-second video typically takes 1-3 minutes to convert. Progress is shown during conversion, and you can adjust quality settings to optimize processing time.
Export Options
What formats can I export my ASCII art in?
ASCIICraft offers multiple export formats:
- SVG: Vector format, ideal for editing and scalable graphics
- PNG: High-quality image format with transparency support
- WebP: Modern format with reduced file size, ideal for web
- AVIF: Next-generation format with superior compression (Premium)
- GIF: For animated ASCII art (from animated GIFs)
- WebM: For video ASCII animations (converted from MP4 input, no audio preserved)
Which export format should I choose?
The best format depends on your needs:
- SVG: Best for editing or scaling your ASCII art without quality loss
- PNG: Good for sharing online with high quality
- WebP: Ideal for web use with smaller file sizes
- AVIF: Best compression, but not supported by all browsers/applications
Can I remove the watermark from exported files?
Yes, Premium subscribers can export ASCII art without watermarks. Free users will have a small "Free to try at ASCIICraft" watermark on their exported files.
How can I copy my ASCII art?
Simply click the "Copy to Clipboard" button below the ASCII output. This will copy the ASCII art as plain text, which you can paste into any text editor, social media, or messaging app.
Technical Questions
How does ASCIICraft work?
ASCIICraft converts images to ASCII art by analyzing the brightness of each pixel in your image and matching it to appropriate ASCII characters. For colored ASCII art, it also preserves the color information of each pixel. The entire process happens locally in your browser using JavaScript.
Can I use ASCIICraft offline?
ASCIICraft is a web-based application and requires an internet connection for initial loading. However, once loaded, the core conversion functionality works entirely in your browser and could theoretically work offline.
Is ASCIICraft open source?
Currently, ASCIICraft is not open source. However, we're considering making certain components available to the community in the future.
Which browsers are supported?
ASCIICraft works best in modern browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. We recommend keeping your browser updated to the latest version for optimal performance.
Troubleshooting
My image isn't converting correctly. What can I do?
Try these steps:
- Ensure your image is optimally sized (processing works best up to 8000×8000px)
- Try adjusting the Brightness setting to better match your image
- For detailed images, increase the Width setting
- Try different Character Sets to see which works best
- If the image has very low contrast, consider editing it before uploading
The animation is too slow or stutters. How can I fix this?
ASCII animations can be resource-intensive. Try these solutions:
- Reduce the Width setting to create smaller ASCII frames
- Use the manual frame navigation instead of automatic playback
- Try a simpler GIF with fewer frames or less detail
- Close other browser tabs or applications to free up resources
Why do I get an "Image dimensions are too large" error?
This error appears when your image exceeds the maximum dimensions (8000×8000 pixels). Please resize your image using an external editor before uploading.
The export button is disabled. Why?
Export buttons are disabled until you're logged in. If you're already logged in but still see disabled buttons, you may have reached your daily generation limit. Free users are limited to a certain number of generations per day. Consider upgrading to a Premium account for unlimited generations.
How do I report a bug or suggest a feature?
We value your feedback! Please visit our Contact page to report bugs or suggest new features. Be as specific as possible about what you experienced or what you'd like to see.
Have a question that isn't answered here? Please contact us and we'll be happy to help!
Privacy Policy
Your Privacy Matters
ASCIICraft processes all images and GIFs entirely in your browser. Your images are never uploaded to or stored on our servers. This client-side processing approach ensures maximum privacy and data security.
Contents
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Information We Collect
- 3. Client-Side Processing
- 4. How We Use Your Information
- 5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
- 6. Cookies and Similar Technologies
- 7. Data Security
- 8. Your Rights and Choices
- 9. Children's Privacy
- 10. International Data Transfers
- 11. Updates to This Policy
- 12. Contact Us
1. Introduction
Welcome to ASCIICraft. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access our website or use our services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide to Us
We may collect information that you provide directly to us when you:
- Create an account (email address, name, username)
- Subscribe to our premium service (payment information, billing address)
- Contact our customer support (email communications, support tickets)
- Participate in surveys, contests, or promotions
2.2 Information We Collect Automatically
When you access or use our services, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage, including:
- Device information (browser type, operating system, device type)
- Log data (IP address, access dates and times, pages viewed)
- Usage information (features used, conversion preferences, export formats)
- Cookie data (as explained in Section 6)
2.3 Information from Third Parties
If you choose to log in using a third-party authentication service (such as Google), we may receive information from that service, such as your profile information, in accordance with their privacy policies and your permission settings.
3. Client-Side Processing
ASCIICraft is designed with privacy in mind. Our application processes images and GIFs entirely within your browser:
3.1 No Server Upload
When you upload an image or GIF to ASCIICraft:
- Files remain on your device and are processed directly in your browser
- Your images and GIFs are never transmitted to or stored on our servers
- All conversion processing happens locally on your device
3.2 Local Storage
We may use your browser's local storage or IndexedDB to save your preferences and settings. This data is stored exclusively on your device and is not accessible to us.
Privacy Advantage: Because we process all images locally in your browser, you can use ASCIICraft to convert sensitive or private images without concern about their transmission over the internet or storage on third-party servers.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Create and manage your account
- Process your payments and subscriptions
- Personalize your experience
- Monitor and analyze usage trends
- Communicate with you about updates, features, or support requests
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activities
- Comply with legal obligations
5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following situations:
5.1 Third-Party Service Providers
We may share your information with third-party vendors, service providers, and other partners who help us provide and improve our services, such as:
- Payment processors (for premium subscriptions)
- Analytics services
- Customer support tools
These third parties are only permitted to use your information to provide services to us and are bound by confidentiality obligations.
5.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
5.3 Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5.4 With Your Consent
We may share your information with third parties when you have given us your consent to do so.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our client-side processing approach adds an additional layer of security by keeping your images and media files on your device.
In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you in accordance with applicable laws.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
8.1 Access and Update
You can access and update certain information through your account settings. You may also contact us directly to request access to other personal information we hold about you.
8.2 Data Portability
You may request a copy of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
8.3 Deletion
You can delete your account at any time through your account settings or by contacting us. We will delete or anonymize your information unless we need to retain certain information for legitimate business or legal purposes.
8.4 Objection and Restriction
You may have the right to object to or request restriction of processing of your personal information.
8.5 Opt-Out of Communications
You can opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in each email or by contacting us directly.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected personal information from a child, please contact us immediately.
10. International Data Transfers
We may transfer, store, and process your account information in countries other than your own. If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or other regions with data protection laws that may differ from those in the United States, please be aware that we may transfer information to a country that does not have the same data protection laws as your jurisdiction.
By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States or any other country in which we or our service providers maintain facilities.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: contact@asciicraft.com
By using ASCIICraft, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
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Contents
1. Introduction
Welcome to ASCIICraft ("we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using our website at https://asciicraft.com and any services, features, content, or applications offered by ASCIICraft (collectively, the "Service"), you ("you," "your," or "User") agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.
Please read these Terms carefully. By using the Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.
2. Service Description
ASCIICraft is an online tool that allows users to convert images and animated GIFs into ASCII art. The Service includes:
- Conversion of static images to ASCII art
- Conversion of animated GIFs to ASCII animations
- Real-time preview of ASCII conversions
- Customization options for ASCII output
- Export functionality in various formats
- Free and premium features
3. User Accounts
3.1 Account Creation
To access premium features, you may need to create an account. When you create an account, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information and to update this information to maintain its accuracy.
3.2 Account Security
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account. You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account or any other breach of security.
3.3 Account Termination
We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your account at our sole discretion, without notice, for conduct that we determine violates these Terms or is harmful to other users, us, or third parties, or for any other reason.
4. Subscription and Payment Terms
4.1 Free and Premium Services
ASCIICraft offers both free and premium services. Free services may have limitations on usage, features, or include watermarks on exported content.
4.2 Premium Subscription
Premium subscriptions provide additional features including:
- No GIF conversion limits
- Export without watermarks
- Access to special character sets
- Advanced export formats (AVIF, WebP)
4.3 Payment Terms
Payment for premium services is processed through our third-party payment processors. By subscribing to premium services, you agree to pay all fees associated with your subscription plan.
4.4 Subscription Renewal
Premium subscriptions automatically renew at the end of each billing period unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
4.5 Refunds
Refunds are provided at our discretion. Please contact our support team at contact@asciicraft.com if you believe you are entitled to a refund.
5. User Conduct
5.1 Prohibited Conduct
When using the Service, you agree not to:
- Use the Service for any illegal purpose or in violation of any laws
- Upload content that infringes on intellectual property rights of others
- Upload harmful, offensive, or inappropriate content
- Attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
- Reverse engineer or decompile any aspect of the Service
- Use the Service to develop a competing product
- Sell, resell, or commercially exploit our Service without authorization
- Harvest or collect personally identifiable information from the Service
- Impersonate any person or entity, or falsely state your affiliation
5.2 Compliance with Laws
You agree to comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations when using the Service.
6. Intellectual Property Rights
6.1 Our Intellectual Property
The Service, including its content, features, and functionality, is owned by ASCIICraft and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without our prior written consent.
6.2 User-Generated Content
You retain ownership of any content you upload to our Service. By uploading content, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, publish, and distribute such content in connection with providing the Service to you.
6.3 ASCII Art Output
You own the ASCII art created using our Service. However, we encourage you to credit ASCIICraft when sharing or publishing ASCII art created using our Service.
7. Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy, available at Privacy Policy, explains how we collect, use, and disclose information about you. By using the Service, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of information as described in our Privacy Policy.
8. Disclaimer of Warranties
THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
WE DO NOT GUARANTEE THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED.
9. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL ASCIICRAFT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, GOODWILL, USE, DATA, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THE SERVICE.
THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF ASCIICRAFT, WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), OR OTHERWISE, WILL NOT EXCEED THE LESSER OF $100 OR THE AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO US IN THE PAST SIX MONTHS.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ASCIICraft, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, consultants, agents, and representatives from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) that arise from or relate to:
- Your use or misuse of the Service
- Your violation of these Terms
- Your violation of any rights of any other person or entity
- Your violation of any applicable laws, rules, or regulations
11. Modifications to the Service and Terms
11.1 Service Modifications
We reserve the right to modify or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, the Service or any features or portions thereof without prior notice. You agree that we will not be liable for any modification, suspension, or discontinuance of the Service.
11.2 Terms Modifications
We may modify these Terms at any time by posting the revised Terms on our website. Your continued use of the Service after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the new Terms, you must stop using the Service.
12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.
Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall take place in the United States, and judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
13. General Provisions
13.1 Entire Agreement
These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and ASCIICraft regarding the Service and supersede all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.
13.2 Waiver
No waiver of any term of these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term. Our failure to assert any right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.
13.3 Severability
If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remaining provisions shall be enforced to the fullest extent under law.
13.4 Assignment
These Terms, and any rights and licenses granted hereunder, may not be transferred or assigned by you but may be assigned by ASCIICraft without restriction.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:
Email: contact@asciicraft.com
By using ASCIICraft, you acknowledge that you have read these Terms of Service, understand them, and agree to be bound by them.
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