Convert DOCM to RTF Online

CONVERT DOCM to RTF ONLINE

1) Upload DOCM file to convert

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Allowed file types: one, docx, doc, wbk, rtf, rvf, odt, abw, txt, dotx, docm, hwp, wpd, wps, tmd

2) Set converting DOCM to RTF options

3) Get converted file

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Total Doc Converter supports DocX (the format of Word 2007 documents). Installed this free Microsoft Office Compatibility Pack to convert DocX files to HTML, PDF, XLS, JPG, TIFF, TXT with Total Doc Converter.

Total Doc Converter converts Doc to PDF and allows you to add a digital signature to the final document.

Convert and combine several documents into one multi-page file (PDF, DOC, TIFF or a very long TXT file). All done in one go!

Total Doc Converter can convert Word 2010 to Word 2003 if you need a file compatible with older Microsoft Word.

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The widest list of supported file types: convert Word, Doc, DocX, DocM, RTF, RVF, or TXT files to RTF, DOCX, XLS, JPEG, PNG, TIFF, HTML, XHTML, PDF, TXT in a batch mode. It's a powerful all-in-one doc converter!

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Total Doc Converter can be run via command line (get the ready-to-use command line from GUI).

How to convert DOCM to RTF?

💾 Upload Your File: Go to the site, click on «Upload File,» and select your DOCM file.

✍️ Set Conversion Options: Choose RTF as the output format and adjust any additional options if needed.

Convert and Download: Click 👉«Download Converted File»👈 to get your RTF file.

Cloud Based

There is no need to install any software to convert DOCM to RTF with CoolUtils. Simply access the internet, and you can easily convert your file online with our service.

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Our hardware operates in top-tier, highly secure data centers equipped with advanced electronic surveillance and multi-factor access control systems.

Ease of Use

Converting DOCM macro-enabled Word documents to RTF online has never been so simple. Drop your .docm file and the converter strips macros and produces a clean RTF — readable in WordPad, Word, TextEdit without the security risks of macros.

Privacy

We understand the importance of privacy, which is why we've developed a comprehensive privacy policy detailing how we handle your files and personal information. You can read the policy here.

DOCM File

File extension	.DOCM
Category	Document File
Description	DOCM is a new Word-based extension, a Macro-enabled MS Word Open HTML format. Just like DOCX, this format combines XML and ZIP compression algorithms resulting in smaller file size and therefore more convenient sharing and storage. However, DOCM files contain a VB (Visual Basic) programming code ñ a macro (the “M” in the file name stands for “Macro”), which is potentially dangerous and should be regarded with caution. DOCM files can be opened in Windows 7/8/Vista/XP. If you have downloaded a DOCM file from a source you do not trust, do not open it.
Associated programs	AbiWord Apple Pages AppleWorks KWord Microsoft Word StarOffice
Developed by	Microsoft
MIME type	application/msword
Useful links
Conversion type	DOCM to RTF

RTF File

File extension	.RTF
Category	Document File
Description	RTF is a text file type for exchanging data between various platforms and text editors. This format is friendlier to word processors than HTML. Originally it was a meta-tag format for MS Word, and now it is widely used by numerous third-party office packages. The supported character packs include ANSI, Macintosh, IPM PC, PC-8. RTF is a unite format for all operating systems, the same file is compatible with all apps that support RTF. Besides texts, RTF file contains control commands.
Associated programs	AbiWord Kword Microsoft Word TextEdit WordPad
Developed by	Microsoft
MIME type	text/rtf application/rtf
Useful links	More detailed information on RTF files

2026-01-15

Converted DOCM templates to RTF for use in a legacy publishing system — all text formatting was preserved and macros were safely stripped.

Pieter van den Berg

2026-03-31

Solid DOCM to RTF conversion. The resulting files opened in WordPad and older word processors without any compatibility issues.

Fatou Dieng

2026-05-10

I needed RTF files for a client using old software and this converter handled the DOCM input without any manual prep work required.

Alexei Morozov

Rating DOCM to RTF

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DOCM to RTF Converter — Frequently Asked Questions ▼

What is a DOCM file?

DOCM is the macro-enabled Word format introduced with Office 2007. It uses the same Office Open XML structure as DOCX but allows embedded VBA macros. Word warns the recipient before running any macro inside a .docm.

How do I convert DOCM to RTF online?

Upload your .docm file using the button above. The converter parses the Office Open XML package, drops the VBA macro project, maps the text and formatting into RTF markup, and produces an .rtf file ready for any word processor.

Are macros really removed?

Yes. RTF has no macro container, so the VBA project is dropped entirely. The output cannot run code under any circumstance, which is exactly why RTF is preferred for external distribution of templates that originated as DOCM.

Will my document formatting survive?

Yes. Headings, fonts, lists, tables, embedded images, and colours are preserved. Only the macros and any macro-bound form controls are removed.

Can I batch-convert hundreds of DOCM files at once?

Online conversion is one file at a time. For batches, use Total Doc Converter on your desktop: TotalDocConverter.exe C:\src_files C:\tgt_out -c rtf -log:log.txt processes an entire folder in one run.

What is the maximum file size?

The online converter accepts DOCM files up to 50 MB. The resulting RTF may be larger than the DOCM because RTF is uncompressed plain text.

Are my uploaded files kept private?

Uploaded files are deleted automatically after you download the result. They are not stored, indexed, or shared. For confidential templates, run conversion locally with Total Doc Converter on your own machine.

Convert DOCM to RTF — Strip Macros and Maximise Editor Compatibility

DOCM is the macro-enabled flavour of Word — useful inside one organisation, dangerous to share. Converting DOCM to RTF removes every embedded macro, leaves text and formatting intact, and produces a file that opens safely in WordPad, TextEdit, Pages, AbiWord, and most legal e-filing systems. Drop your .docm file above.

What Is DOCM?

DOCM is the macro-enabled Word document format introduced with Office 2007. It uses the same Office Open XML structure as DOCX (ZIP of XML parts) but allows embedded VBA macro code. Word warns the recipient before running any macro because macro-enabled documents have historically been a vector for malware.

What Is RTF?

RTF (Rich Text Format) is Microsoft's portable document format introduced in 1987. The file is plain text with markup directives describing fonts, paragraphs, tables, and images. RTF cannot carry macros, which makes it inherently safer to email externally. Word, LibreOffice, WordPad, TextEdit, Pages, and most legacy editors read RTF natively.

DOCM vs RTF — Format Comparison

Property	DOCM	RTF
Year introduced	2007	1987
Developer	Microsoft	Microsoft
Internal structure	ZIP of OOXML + VBA	Plain-text markup
Macros allowed	Yes — VBA code	No — safer to share
Editor support	Word 2007+, LibreOffice	Almost every editor
Email gateway risk	Often blocked	Usually accepted
Best for	Internal automation	External exchange

When Do You Need DOCM to RTF Conversion?

Strip VBA macros before emailing a document outside your organisation
Send a Word document to a Mac user who edits in TextEdit or Pages
Submit to a legal e-filing system that requires RTF and bans macros
Get past an email gateway that quarantines .docm attachments
Archive a macro-enabled template in a format the macros cannot run from
Hand a document to a translator whose CAT tool prefers RTF

Command-Line Conversion

Batch-convert an entire folder without opening the interface:

TotalDocConverter.exe C:\src_files C:\tgt_out /ConvertTo rtf /ProcessRecursively

Add /ProcessRecursively to include subfolders. Save the command in a .bat file for scheduled or automated runs.

Online vs Desktop

Feature	Online (this page)	Total Doc Converter (desktop)
File size limit	50 MB	Unlimited
Batch conversion	One file at a time	Entire folders at once
Software install	None required	Windows 7–11
Output options	Standard	Full control
Command-line	No	Yes
Privacy	File uploaded to server	Stays on your computer
Price	Free	From $49.90

Feature	Online Converters	CoolUtils Desktop	WinWord Built-in	Other Software
Batch Conversion	Limited	✅ Unlimited	Manual only	Limited
File Size Limit	1-5MB	✅ No limits	System dependent	Varies
Privacy & Security	Upload required	✅ 100% offline	✅ Local only	Varies
Conversion Speed	Internet dependent	✅ Fast local processing	Slow	Medium
Advanced Options	Basic	✅ Full customization	Limited	Basic
Cost	Free/Premium	One-time purchase	Requires Office	Subscription
Formatting Preservation	Good	✅ Excellent	Good	Varies
Multiple Formats Support	Limited	✅ 40+ formats	Few formats	Limited