How to convert DOCX to RTF
To convert DOCX to RTF, upload your DOCX file, choose RTF as the output format and press Convert. The finished RTF file is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds, free, with no watermark and no sign-up. Your file is deleted from our server about 30 minutes after the conversion.
This free online converter turns DOCX document files into RTF in your browser, with no software to install and no watermark. The conversion runs on our server using LibreOffice, pandoc and poppler, and the result is ready to save to your phone or computer in seconds. Your DOCX file is deleted automatically about 30 minutes after the conversion.
What you get with DOCX to RTF
- Opens almost everywhere
- Keeps basic formatting
- Very stable and old
- Opens in: WordPad, Word, TextEdit, LibreOffice and nearly every word processor
What to expect from this conversion
- Text, headings, lists, tables and images are carried over. Advanced features such as tracked changes, macros and complex page layouts may look slightly different.
DOCX vs RTF
| Property | DOCX | RTF |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Office Open XML Document | Rich Text Format |
| Released | 2007, Microsoft (ECMA-376) | 1987, Microsoft |
| Family | Document | Document |
| Opens in | Microsoft Word, Google Docs, LibreOffice, Pages and most office apps | WordPad, Word, TextEdit, LibreOffice and nearly every word processor |
| Best for | editing and collaborating on documents; reports, essays and resumes | moving text between very different programs; legacy software |
Steps to convert DOCX to RTF
- Drop your DOCX file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that RTF is selected as the target format and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then save the new RTF file to your device when it finishes.
Tips for the best result
- Keep the original file until you have checked the result.
- Use DOCX instead of DOC for new files.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert DOCX to RTF?
Drop your DOCX file on the converter, confirm that RTF is the target format and press Convert. When it finishes, press Save to device or download the RTF file. No account or software is needed.
Is the DOCX to RTF converter free?
Yes. It is free, with no watermark, no sign-up and no limit on how many files you convert. The site is supported by ads.
What should I know before converting DOCX to RTF?
Text, headings, lists, tables and images are carried over. Advanced features such as tracked changes, macros and complex page layouts may look slightly different.
Will formatting be kept when converting DOCX to RTF?
Text, headings, lists, tables and images are carried over. Advanced features such as tracked changes, macros and complex page layouts may look slightly different.
Which programs open RTF files?
RTF files open in WordPad, Word, TextEdit, LibreOffice and nearly every word processor.
How large a file can I convert?
Up to 100 MB per file. Files are deleted from the server about 30 minutes after conversion, and no one looks at them.