Convert DOC to DOCX
Word 97–2003 document (DOC) → Word document (DOCX): free online. Converted on our server, the file is deleted after download or within 3 hours.
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About the formats
- Word 97–2003 document (DOC)
- Legacy binary Microsoft Word format used before 2007. Still common in archives and older workflows.
- Word document (DOCX)
- Microsoft Word document format since 2007: text, styles, tables and images in a ZIP archive. Also opens in Google Docs, Pages and LibreOffice.
How to convert DOC to DOCX
- Choose a Word 97–2003 document (DOC) file or drag it onto the page.
- Check the settings and click Convert.
- Download the Word document (DOCX) file when it is ready.
Frequently asked questions
Is converting DOC to DOCX free?
Yes. Conversion is free, with no sign-up and no watermarks.
Is my DOC file uploaded to a server?
Yes. Unlike most conversions on this site, DOC to DOCX runs on our server: the file is sent over an encrypted connection, converted in an isolated environment without network access and deleted right after you download the result, or within 3 hours at the latest.
Will the layout stay the same in DOCX?
The document is rendered by LibreOffice with a wide set of fonts, including metric-compatible replacements for common Microsoft fonts, so pages usually look the same. Rare fonts are replaced with similar ones, which can shift line breaks slightly.