Convert ODT to RTF online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. RTF is lossless and ideal for simple formatted text that opens in almost any editor. Your files are encrypted and deleted automatically after 24 hours.
ODT
OpenDocument Text — The open-standard word-processing format used by LibreOffice.
How to convert ODT to RTF
- 1Upload your ODT file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your ODT file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to RTF
RTF is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your RTF file
Your RTF file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
ODT vs RTF
| ODT | RTF | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | OpenDocument Text | Rich Text Format |
| Type | Document | Document |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Best for | open-source document editing | simple formatted text that opens in almost any editor |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting ODT to RTF lose quality?
Converting ODT to RTF preserves your text, images and most formatting. Very complex elements — macros, live formulas or unusual fonts — may not carry over perfectly, but the content stays intact.
What's the difference between ODT and RTF?
OpenDocument Text (ODT) is lossless and best for open-source document editing. Rich Text Format (RTF) is lossless and best for simple formatted text that opens in almost any editor. Convert ODT to RTF when you need a document for simple formatted text that opens in almost any editor.
Is the ODT to RTF converter free?
Yes — converting ODT to RTF is completely free. There's no watermark, no sign-up and no email required, and you can convert as many files as you like.
Are my ODT files private and secure?
Yes. Your uploads are encrypted in transit, processed privately, and automatically deleted within 24 hours. We never share, sell or look at your files.
Can I convert ODT to RTF on iPhone, Android, Mac or Windows?
Yes. The converter runs entirely in your browser, so it works on any device — iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, Windows or Linux — with nothing to download or install.
How long does it take to convert ODT to RTF?
Most files convert in a few seconds. Larger files take a little longer, and your upload speed is usually the limiting factor. There's no queue and no waiting for an email.
What else can I convert ODT files to?
Besides RTF, you can convert ODT to DOCX, HTML, MARKDOWN, MD, PDF, RST and more — see the full list of ODT conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026