When online conversion fits
Use online conversion when you want to test whether public or low-sensitivity material contains useful repeatable methods.
- No dependencies to install
- A package ready to inspect
- Good for a few files and quick trials
- Format validation maintained by the service
When local conversion fits
Internal manuals, customer files, unpublished research, and large libraries benefit from tighter data boundaries and customization.
- Files remain in a controlled environment
- Choose your own model and prompts
- Connect internal knowledge systems
- Run batches and automated evaluations
Compare five dimensions
Model price alone is not enough. Include operations, evaluation, compliance, and failure recovery. You can validate online first and migrate a stable workflow later.
- Sensitivity
- Frequency and batch size
- Format and model customization
- Operations capability
- Evaluation and audit requirements
Common questions
Can I start online and move local later?
Yes. Results are ordinary directories and Markdown, which makes them suitable for validating a method before migration.
Which option has higher quality?
Quality depends on source text, model, prompts, deduplication, and evaluation. Deployment location alone does not guarantee it.
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