Free online HWP to PDF converter

Source format

HWP is the native document format used by Hancom Hangul (also known as Hanword), a word processor widely used in South Korea for office documents, government paperwork, forms, reports, and academic files. HWP files can contain formatted text, tables, images, headers and footers, and other layout elements. Because it is a proprietary format, it is most reliably opened and edited with Hancom Office or other software that specifically supports HWP.

Target format

PDF is a portable document format designed for reliable viewing and printing across devices and operating systems. Its main advantage is layout preservation: fonts, spacing, page breaks, and graphics are usually kept consistent regardless of the viewer. PDF is ideal for sharing final documents, archiving, printing, and submitting forms where the appearance must remain fixed.

How to convert hwp to pdf

The best method depends on whether you need the highest fidelity or just a readable PDF.

Option 1: Use Hancom Office if you have access to the original software. This is usually the most accurate method for HWP files.

1. Open the .hwp file in Hancom Office.
2. Choose File → Save As or File → Export, depending on the version.
3. Select PDF as the output format.
4. Adjust page range, quality, or security settings if needed.
5. Save the file as .pdf.

Option 2: Use compatible desktop software if Hancom Office is not available. Some versions of LibreOffice can open HWP files, but compatibility is limited and depends on the file version and complexity. Always check the layout after opening the document.

1. Open the HWP file in the compatible editor.
2. Review the document for missing fonts, broken spacing, or unsupported objects.
3. Go to File → Export As → Export as PDF or the equivalent PDF export command in that program.
4. Choose the desired PDF options, then export.

Option 3: Convert online on 101convert.com if you want a quick browser-based conversion without installing software. Upload the HWP file, choose PDF as the output, and download the converted document when it is ready.

If you are converting many files, desktop software is usually better because it gives more control over formatting and batch workflows. For a single document, the online converter is often the fastest option.

Notes on quality and limitations

HWP to PDF conversion is usually straightforward, but the result depends heavily on how well the source file is supported by the conversion tool. Complex layouts, embedded fonts, Korean-specific typography, text boxes, and older HWP versions may not render perfectly in every program.

If the PDF looks different from the original HWP file, common causes include missing fonts, unsupported objects, or version incompatibility. For best results, use the original Hancom software when possible. If the document is meant for printing or official submission, always review the PDF before sharing it.

PDF output is typically not editable like the original HWP file, so keep the source document if you may need to make changes later.