Convert RTF to PDF
Convert Rich Text Format (.rtf) files to PDF in your browser. Paragraphs, bold text and Unicode are kept. Free, no upload.
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How to: RTF to PDF
- Select your .rtf files.
- Choose page size and font size.
- Download the PDF.
RTF files from older word processors, TextEdit or WordPad are not always easy to open on phones. Converting to PDF makes them readable and printable everywhere.
Common uses
- Convert old RTF letters and documents for archiving.
- Share TextEdit or WordPad documents in a universal format.
Tips for best results
- For complex layouts, open the RTF in a word processor and export to PDF.
- Check tables after conversion.
About RTF
Rich Text Format was created by Microsoft in the 1980s and is still produced by WordPad, TextEdit and many older applications and legal or medical systems. It stores text with simple formatting in a plain-text-like file.
When to convert
Convert RTF to PDF to share documents that look the same everywhere, to archive older files, or to submit documents to portals that only accept PDF.
Why use FreePDF for RTF to PDF?
| FreePDF | Typical upload-based sites | |
|---|---|---|
| Files uploaded to a server | No – processed on your device | Yes |
| Sign-up required | Never | Often for bigger jobs |
| Hourly / daily task limits | None | Common on free plans |
| Watermark on output | Never | Sometimes |
| Works offline after loading | Yes, for most tools | No |
Frequently asked questions
Is formatting kept?
Paragraphs, bold and special characters. Tables and images are simplified.
What formatting is kept?
Paragraphs, bold and special characters. Tables and images are simplified.
Is RTF to PDF really free?
Yes. Every tool on FreePDF is 100% free with no file limits, no sign-up and no watermarks. The site is supported by unobtrusive ads.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. FreePDF processes your files directly in your browser using JavaScript. Your documents never leave your device, so they stay completely private.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. FreePDF works in any modern browser on Android, iPhone, iPad, Windows, Mac and Linux.