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Free Online PDF to RTF Converter

Transform PDF to RTF documents in simple clicks

PDF to RTF Is Not Always a Smooth Ride

PDFs are great for viewing, but not for editing. RTF (Rich Text Format) is lightweight, flexible, and works in almost every word processor.

But converting from PDF to RTF comes with its own set of headaches:

  • · Fonts and text styles often don’t carry over correctly
  • · Paragraphs and headings may lose their original structure
  • · Tables and lists frequently become distorted or unformatted
  • · Hyperlinks and interactive elements are usually lost
  • · Scanned PDFs without OCR produce unusable or blank files

The Smarter Way to Convert PDF to RTF

Fast Conversion
Simply upload your PDF and receive an editable RTF document within moments without any unnecessary steps or delays.
Privacy Assurance
All processing is performed within your browser. Once you leave the webpage, you'll lose the access to the converted file, ensuring that the converted file only private to you.
Preserves Structure
The PDF to RTF converter maintains paragraphs, spacing, headings, and essential formatting to provide an accurate and clean RTF output.
Bulk Conversion
Easily upload multiple PDF files and convert them simultaneously, saving you time on repetitive tasks.
Accessible Anywhere
No software installation is necessary. The tool operates seamlessly on desktops, laptops, and mobile devices via any modern web browser.
No Signup Needed
Use the tool immediately without registering an account, and the converted files are clean, with no watermarks added.

How to Convert PDFs to RTF in 3 Steps

Quick, easy, and hassle-free conversion

1
Upload Your PDF
Select your PDF file by clicking the upload button or simply drag and drop it into the designated area.
2
Wait for Conversion
Give the converter a minute to reads the structure and transform it into a clean, editable RTF file.
3
Download RTF File
Once the process is complete, download the RTF file and open it with any compatible editor or share it as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What happens to lists, tables, and links in my PDF?

Most standard formatting like bullet points, tables, and clickable links is preserved. Complex layouts may need some touch-up.

Will it work with scanned PDFs?

At the moment, it works best with text-based PDFs. OCR for image-based files is in development.

Can I edit the converted file in Microsoft Word or Google Docs?

Absolutely. RTF files open smoothly in both programs and support standard editing features.

Will the layout look the same as the original PDF?

Basic layout elements like paragraphs, headers, and spacing are retained. Very complex designs may be simplified.

Is this really free to use?

No, free users can convert 3 uo to 10MB files individually. You can also subscibe to 3-day free trial to experience all functions without limits.

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