The internet is more than just memes and news. Hidden in plain sight are powerful tools that can replace expensive software subscriptions, protect your privacy, and save you hours of work.
Here are 10 useful websites you should bookmark immediately.
1. Photopea
Stop paying for Photoshop. Photopea is a free, web-based photo editor that is almost identical to Adobe Photoshop. It supports PSD files, layers, masks, and blending modes. It runs entirely in your browser and doesn't require an account.
2. Remove.bg
Need to cut a person or object out of a photo? Don't spend 20 minutes with the lasso tool. Upload your image here, and AI will remove the background in about 5 seconds. The accuracy is frighteningly good, even with hair and complex edges.
3. Archive.today
The internet changes fast. Archive.today takes a "snapshot" of a webpage that will exist forever, even if the original page is deleted or changed. It's also a great way to read articles that might be stuck behind paywalls or clutter.
4. Temp Mail
Need to sign up for a website to get a free download but don't want their spam newsletter forever? Temp Mail gives you a disposable email address that self-destructs after a while. Use it to verify your account, get your file, and vanish.
5. SuperCook
You have an onion, some pasta, and an egg. What can you make? SuperCook lets you tick off the ingredients you currently have in your kitchen and finds recipes that use only those items. It's a lifesaver for avoiding food waste.
6. 10FastFingers
How fast can you actually type? This site gives you a one-minute test against the most common words in English (or your native language). It's great for practice, or just to humble-brag to your coworkers about your WPM.
7. VirusTotal
Downloaded a file that looks a bit suspicious? Don't open it yet. Upload it to VirusTotal, and it will scan the file using over 70 different antivirus engines simultaneously. It's the ultimate second opinion for digital safety.
