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Adobe Acrobat

Word to PDF converter

Drag and drop a Microsoft Word (DOCX or DOC), RTF, or TXT file to convert to PDF.

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How to convert Word to PDF

Follow these easy steps to turn Microsoft Word files into PDFs:

  1. Click the Select a file button above, or drag and drop your Word doc into the drop zone.
  2. Select the RTF, TXT, DOCX, or DOC file you want to convert into the PDF format.
  3. Watch Acrobat automatically convert Word to PDF.
  4. Download your new PDF or sign in to share it.

Try our free Word to PDF conversion tool

It's easy to learn how to convert a Word doc to PDF with our online tool. In only two clicks, you can convert Word to PDF on any device, wherever you are. It's fast, it's easy and highly secure.

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DOCX and PDF, two of your favorite file types

It's easy to create new content or gather your thoughts in a word processor, while PDF is the trusted format to share a file. PDF preserves your formatting and can reliably be opened on any supported device. When you want to easily switch between DOCX files and PDF format for free, look no further than the Acrobat online converter.

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Convert text files, even large ones

Acrobat's online converter tool lets you convert DOC, DOCX, RTF, or TXT files to PDF. You can upload a file of up to 100MB. Simply click "Select a file" or drag and drop your document to get started for free.

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Your files are deleted, not stored

All Word docs are handled by secure Adobe servers. Unless you sign in to save your files, they will be deleted after processing. Use secure online conversion that is private and safe.

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Edit for free in a Word doc

Microsoft Word and other word processors let you enjoy pre-existing templates and speedy spelling and grammar checks. Quickly update your content, rearrange the layout, and even add or update images. When it looks just right, convert it to a PDF that you can download directly from your browser.

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Download a file for free - sign in for even more features

Happy with your converted PDF file, and want to try even more? With a free Acrobat online account, you can organize your files, create a shareable link to share work with others, and collaborate by leaving comments.

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Adobe: PDF conversion you can trust

Adobe is the creator of the ubiquitous PDF, and we continue to innovate with high-quality PDF tools. Convert Word files to PDFs with confidence using Adobe Acrobat.

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