Convert DOC to ODT
Convert legacy Word .doc files to OpenDocument format for editing in LibreOffice Writer. Start free and download your converted ODT file online with no account required.
Drop your DOC files here
Up to 50MB per file.
Files are encrypted and auto-deleted after conversion
How to Convert
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Upload your DOC files
Drag and drop or select DOC files from your device. You can upload multiple files at once.
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Configure Output
Start the conversion. Crest Convert will prepare the ODT file using the appropriate format engine.
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Download ODT files
Once conversion finishes, download your files individually or as a compressed ZIP archive.
Why convert DOC to ODT?
DOC is the legacy Microsoft Word format used by older software and document systems. Converting it to ODT creates the OpenDocument text format used by LibreOffice Writer and compatible editors, ready for workflows that use the destination format.
ODT opens in LibreOffice Writer, OpenOffice Writer, and current versions of Microsoft Word.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does converting DOC to ODT do?
It creates a genuine ODT file from your DOC. DOC is the legacy Microsoft Word format used by older software and document systems, while ODT is the OpenDocument text format used by LibreOffice Writer and compatible editors. The result is ready for workflows that use the destination format.
What is retained in the DOC to ODT conversion?
Supported text, images, tables, and document structure are carried from DOC into a genuine ODT file, ready for continued work in compatible applications.
Which apps can open the converted ODT file?
ODT opens in LibreOffice Writer, OpenOffice Writer, and current versions of Microsoft Word.
Does DOC to ODT run in my browser?
DOC to ODT uses a compatible conversion engine on our server. The file is transferred over an encrypted connection, processed securely, and automatically deleted shortly after conversion.
Can I batch convert DOC files to ODT?
Yes. Add multiple DOC files, convert them together, and download each ODT result separately or collect the completed batch in a ZIP file.
What is the DOC to ODT file size limit?
DOC files can currently be up to 50MB.