How to convert RTF to TXT
To convert RTF to TXT, upload your RTF file, choose TXT as the output format and press Convert. The finished TXT 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 RTF document files into TXT 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 RTF file is deleted automatically about 30 minutes after the conversion.
What you get with RTF to TXT
- Opens in any program on any device
- Tiny files
- Future-proof
- Opens in: every device, editor and operating system
What to expect from this conversion
- TXT keeps the words and simple structure such as headings and lists, but drops fonts, colours and page layout.
RTF vs TXT
| Property | RTF | TXT |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Rich Text Format | Plain Text |
| Released | 1987, Microsoft | 1970, Universal |
| Family | Document | Document |
| Opens in | WordPad, Word, TextEdit, LibreOffice and nearly every word processor | every device, editor and operating system |
| Best for | moving text between very different programs; legacy software | notes and logs; code and configuration |
Steps to convert RTF to TXT
- Drop your RTF file onto the converter, or click to choose it.
- Check that TXT is selected as the target format and adjust the options if you want.
- Press Convert, then save the new TXT 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 RTF to TXT?
Drop your RTF file on the converter, confirm that TXT is the target format and press Convert. When it finishes, press Save to device or download the TXT file. No account or software is needed.
Is the RTF to TXT 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 RTF to TXT?
TXT keeps the words and simple structure such as headings and lists, but drops fonts, colours and page layout.
Will formatting be kept when converting RTF to TXT?
TXT keeps the words and simple structure such as headings and lists, but drops fonts, colours and page layout.
Which programs open TXT files?
TXT files open in every device, editor and operating system.
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.