Free online RTF to PDF converter

Convert editable RTF documents to fixed-layout PDF for sharing, submission, or printing.

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The format courts, authorities and e-filing portals ask for. Fonts are embedded, so the file is larger.

Image quality in the PDF

Lossless 90 % 75 % 50 %

Lower quality makes a smaller file; lossless keeps photos exactly as they are.

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How it works

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Conversion statistics: RTF to PDF

RTF files are most often converted to SRT 51% TNS 12% DOCX 8% JPG 8%

Updated November 15, 2026, from conversions on 101convert.com

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Some submission portals and document workflows accept PDF but not RTF, so an editable file may need conversion before it can be submitted or shared. PDF keeps pages in a fixed layout, making the result more consistent to view and print across devices.

What the rtf format is

RTF (Rich Text Format), developed by Microsoft, is an editable document format for formatted text, including font and paragraph styling, tables, and images. Word processors such as Microsoft Word and LibreOffice Writer can open it; it is often used to exchange documents between different word-processing programs.

What the pdf format is

PDF (Portable Document Format) is a fixed-page format designed to retain a document’s layout when viewed or printed with different software. It is commonly used for sharing and printing finished documents. PDF/A is a variant intended for long-term archiving.

How to convert an rtf file to pdf

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Upload the RTF file on the converter page. You can add several files for batch conversion; the page shows the per-file size limit.
Before converting, set PDF/A for archiving or choose the image quality in the PDF.
Convert the file and download the resulting PDF. The conversion runs on the server with LibreOffice.

Offline with desktop software

LibreOffice Writer is free, open-source software for Windows, macOS, and Linux. Open the .rtf file, select File → Export As → Export as PDF, adjust PDF options if needed, and export.

Microsoft Word is a commercial option for Windows and macOS. Open the RTF file, choose File → Save As, select PDF as the file format, and save.

Quality and compatibility

Conversion can change page breaks, fonts, table layout, or image placement because word processors may interpret RTF formatting differently and may not have the same fonts installed. Review the exported PDF, especially if exact pagination matters. Keep the RTF source when the document must remain easy to edit; for formal PDF/A requirements, verify that the resulting file meets the required archival standard.

RTF vs PDF: format comparison

How the RTF and PDF formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.

Comparison of the RTF and PDF file formats
Property	.RTF Rich Text Format	.PDF Portable Document Format
Editable text	Yes	Limited
Fixed page layout	No	Yes
Text formatting	Extensive	Extensive
Images	Limited	Yes
Interactive elements	No	Limited
Password protection	Basic	Basic
Opens in a web browser	No	Yes, natively
Typical file size	Small	Medium
Open standard	Partly open	Yes
Best used for	Editing and post-production	Publishing
Introduced	1987	1993
Developer	Microsoft	Adobe Systems (now Adobe Inc.); standardized by ISO
MIME type	application/rtf	application/pdf

Open RTF file Open PDF file

Information about file extensions and file types is provided by File-Extensions.org

Frequently asked questions

Is the RTF to PDF converter free?

Yes, converting RTF to PDF on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.

How large can my RTF file be?

You can upload RTF files up to 10 MB and convert up to 3 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 1000 MB per file and 100 files at once, see our plans.

What happens to my uploaded files?

Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.

Do I need to install any software to convert RTF to PDF?

No. The RTF to PDF conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.

Did the conversion fail?

In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid RTF file for this RTF to PDF conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.

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