Rename to convert (yes, seriously).
Consul automatically converts files when you change their extension. Rename IMG_0073.HEIC to IMG_0073.jpg and it's instantly converted to a JPEG – works with images, videos, audio, and more.
Apple Silicon & Intel • macOS 15+
"I'm a skeptic when people post new apps here, because trash apps have become more frequent. So let me tell you: This looks fucking awesome!"
Convert smarter
Set it and forget it
Consul runs quietly in your menu bar, watching for renamed extensions and converting files automatically. Images, audio, video – it just works.
- Smart format detection.
- Consul inspects the actual file contents, not just the extension. When you rename a file, it detects the mismatch and converts automatically.
- Works with dozens of formats.
- Images, audio, and video. JPEG, PNG, HEIC, WebP, MP3, WAV, MP4, MOV, and many more – all converted natively on your Mac.
- Customizable rules.
- Control exactly how each conversion is handled. Choose to convert immediately, ask first, or skip entirely for any format pair.
The file converter you'll forget you have.
Consul works quietly in the background. No windows to open, no buttons to click. Just rename your files and they're converted.
Lives in your menu bar
Always ready, never in the way. Click the icon to manage conversions or pause monitoring.
100% private
Files never leave your Mac. No cloud uploads, no tracking, no shady online converters.
Blazing fast
Native macOS APIs with hardware acceleration. Most conversions finish in under a second.
Watch any folder
Monitor your Desktop, Downloads, and any other folder. Add folders with drag & drop.
Never lose a file
Original files are safely moved to Trash before conversion if desired and easy to restore.
Try free for 14 days
Discover for yourself what users call "the macOS feature Apple forgot."
Simple pricing. No subscriptions.
Purchase once, get one year of updates. Keep your current version forever, guaranteed – or renew your license to get further updates.
Single
Perfect for personal use.
$19USD
- 1 device
- 1 year of updates
- Buy once, use forever
- Transferable license
Pro
For power users with multiple Macs.
$29USD
- 3 devices
- 1 year of updates
- Buy once, use forever
- Transferable license
Already a customer?
Renew updates for $9/year or add extra devices for $9/device.
Unlearn how to convert files today.
Download Consul and let file conversions be automatic. No more shady online converters needed. Try it free for 14 days.
Frequently asked questions
If you have anything else you want to ask, reach out.
How does this work?
Consul watches folders you've configured for renamed files to see if the extension was changed. It automatically converts the file to match the new extension (prompting you for confirmation first if you'd like). It only takes a fraction of a second for most files – it truly feels like a native macOS feature that's been missing all this time.
Which file formats are supported?
Consul supports a variety of image, audio, video, document, spreadsheet, archive, e-book and config formats. You can see a full list of supported formats here.
Does Consul upload my files anywhere?
Never. All conversions happen locally on your Mac. Your files never leave your computer. No more shady conversion websites where you don't know what they're doing with your uploaded files.
Is there a Windows or Linux version?
Not currently. Consul is built specifically for macOS using Apple's native frameworks. We're focused on making the Mac experience excellent before considering other platforms.
What does "1 year of updates" mean?
When you purchase Consul, you get every new update for the next 12 months. After that year, your latest version keeps working forever, guaranteed. If you want to keep receiving new features, you can always renew your license.
Can I watch folders on external drives?
Yes. Consul can watch any folder you have read/write access to, including external drives, NAS mounts, and cloud storage folders like Dropbox or iCloud Drive.
Do you offer student discounts?
Of course! Please send us an e-mail to hello@getconsul.app from your accredited student e-mail address and we'll get back to you with a sweet discount.
Do you offer bulk or team discounts?
Our Pro license covers up to 3 devices. If you need more, please send us an e-mail to hello@getconsul.app and we'll set you up with a custom plan at a discounted rate.
What does the trial period include?
You can try out the full app including all features for a period of 14 days – no feature limitations whatsoever.