How to convert ODT to RTF
To convert ODT to RTF, upload your ODT 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 ODT 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 ODT file is deleted automatically about 30 minutes after the conversion.
Why convert ODT 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.
ODT vs RTF
| Property | ODT | RTF |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | OpenDocument Text | Rich Text Format |
| Released | 2005, OASIS (ISO 26300) | 1987, Microsoft |
| Family | Document | Document |
| Opens in | LibreOffice, OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, Google Docs and Pages | WordPad, Word, TextEdit, LibreOffice and nearly every word processor |
| Best for | open-source and government workflows; LibreOffice users | moving text between very different programs; legacy software |
Steps to convert ODT to RTF
- Drop your ODT 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 ODT to RTF?
Drop your ODT 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 ODT 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 ODT 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 ODT 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.