Convert RTF to ODT online in seconds — free, with no sign-up. ODT is lossless and ideal for open-source document editing. 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 RTF to ODT
- 1Upload your RTF file
Click “Choose a file” or drag and drop your RTF file onto the page — no sign-up or email needed.
- 2Convert to ODT
ODT is already selected as the output. Open Options to fine-tune quality if you like, then click Convert.
- 3Download your ODT file
Your ODT file is ready in seconds — click Download to save it. Files are automatically deleted after 24 hours.
RTF vs ODT
| RTF | ODT | |
|---|---|---|
| Full name | Rich Text Format | OpenDocument Text |
| Type | Document | Document |
| Compression | Lossless | Lossless |
| Best for | simple formatted text that opens in almost any editor | open-source document editing |
Frequently asked questions
Does converting RTF to ODT lose quality?
Converting RTF to ODT 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 RTF and ODT?
Rich Text Format (RTF) is lossless and best for simple formatted text that opens in almost any editor. OpenDocument Text (ODT) is lossless and best for open-source document editing. Convert RTF to ODT when you need a document for open-source document editing.
Is the RTF to ODT converter free?
Yes — converting RTF to ODT 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 RTF 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 RTF to ODT 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 RTF to ODT?
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 RTF files to?
Besides ODT, you can convert RTF to DOCX, HTML, MARKDOWN, MD, PDF, RST and more — see the full list of RTF conversions below.
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Last updated July 2026