VERT File Converter Added to Big Bear Universal Apps

dragonfire1119 · November 27, 2025, 1:43am

About

VERT is a file conversion utility that uses WebAssembly to convert files on your device instead of a cloud. Check out the live instance at vert.sh.

App Stores

The Big Bear Universal Apps repository is the single source of truth for all Big Bear app definitions. Apps are maintained in a universal, platform-agnostic format and automatically converted to platform-specific formats.

The BigBearUniversal Apps repo syncs to these.

BigBearCasaOS: https://github.com/bigbeartechworld/big-bear-casaos
Big Bear Runtipi: https://github.com/bigbeartechworld/big-bear-runtipi
Big Bear Umbrel: https://github.com/bigbeartechworld/big-bear-umbrel
Big Bear Cosmos: https://github.com/bigbeartechworld/big-bear-cosmos
Big Bear Dockge: https://github.com/bigbeartechworld/big-bear-dockge
Big Bear Portainer: https://github.com/bigbeartechworld/big-bear-portainer

Pull Request

github.com/bigbeartechworld/big-bear-universal-apps

Add vert sh

main ← add-vert-sh

opened 01:38AM - 27 Nov 25 UTC

dragonfire1119

+126 -0

This pull request introduces configuration files for integrating the VERT file c…onversion utility into the project. The changes provide metadata, deployment details, and compatibility information for VERT, as well as a Docker Compose setup to enable easy local deployment. **Application metadata and configuration:** * Added `apps/vert/app.json` to define VERT's metadata, technical specifications, visual assets, resource links, deployment options, UI configuration, compatibility with various platforms, and relevant tags. **Deployment setup:** * Added `apps/vert/docker-compose.yml` with a service definition for running VERT in a Docker container, including image specification and port mapping for local access.

Documentation

VERT is a privacy-focused file converter that processes files directly on your device using WebAssembly technology. No uploads, no file size limits, and no tracking—just fast, secure conversions right in your browser.

Key Features

Local Processing: All images, audio, and documents convert entirely on your device using WebAssembly
250+ Formats: Supports images, audio, documents, and video files
No File Size Limits: Convert files of any size without restrictions
Privacy First: Your files never leave your device for non-video conversions
Modern Interface: Built with Svelte and TypeScript for a fast, user-friendly experience
Open Source: AGPL-3.0 licensed and fully transparent

Conversion Technologies

libvips and ImageMagick for image processing
FFmpeg for audio and video conversion
Pandoc for document conversions

Video Conversion Note

Video files are processed on VERT’s RTX 4000 Ada server for faster performance. Videos are automatically deleted after one hour or after download. You can also self-host the video conversion daemon to maintain fully local functionality.

Default Configuration

Web Interface: Built-in web UI accessible via any browser
Self-Hosting: Available via Docker or any local HTTP server
No Registration: Use immediately without accounts or sign-ups

More Information

For advanced configuration, setup, and troubleshooting, visit the VERT Documentation.

App Support

GitHub: Vert.sh
GitHub Issues for bug reports/requests

Community Support

Big Bear Community Forum