Open DOCX files online
DOCX is the modern Microsoft Word document format; the older binary .doc is also widely shared. Both hold formatted text, images and tables.
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Or turn DOCX into an image — snapshot the preview, add arrows or notes, and download a PNG.
What is a DOCX file?
DOCX is the modern Microsoft Word document format; the older binary .doc is also widely shared. Both hold formatted text, images and tables. The .DOCX extension identifies a Office Open XML Document file, which is served with the application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document media type. You can open it here instantly — drop the file into the box above and it renders in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Besides this free online viewer, you can open Word (DOCX/DOC) files in desktop apps such as Microsoft Word, Google Docs, LibreOffice Writer — but here all you need is a web browser.
Quick facts
| Format | Word (DOCX/DOC) — Office Open XML Document |
|---|---|
| File extensions | .docx .doc |
| MIME type | application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document |
| Developer | Microsoft |
| Category | Office documents |
| Also opens in | Microsoft Word, Google Docs, LibreOffice Writer |
How to open a DOCX file online
- Click Choose file above, or drag your DOCX file onto the box.
- The right viewer loads automatically and renders your file.
- Read, scroll or page through it. To open a different file, choose Open another file.
100% private — files never leave your browser.
Libraries used to render DOCX in the browser
This viewer is built entirely with open-source JavaScript that runs in your browser:
Frequently asked questions
What is a .DOCX file?
A .DOCX file is a Office Open XML Document, identified by the application/vnd.openxmlformats-officedocument.wordprocessingml.document media type. You can open and read it instantly in the viewer above without installing anything.
What programs open DOCX files?
On the desktop, DOCX files typically open in Microsoft Word, Google Docs, LibreOffice Writer. Online, this page opens them in any modern browser — nothing to download.
How do I convert DOCX to an image?
Use Snapshot to capture the DOCX preview, optionally add arrows, text or highlights, then download it as a PNG image.
Is it safe to open my DOCX file here?
Yes. The file is read and rendered entirely by JavaScript inside your own browser. It is never uploaded to a server, so nothing leaves your device.
Do I need to install anything to view a DOCX file?
No. There is nothing to install and no account to create. Open the page, drop your file, and it displays instantly.
Does it work on my phone or iPad?
Yes. The viewer is fully responsive and works in modern mobile and tablet browsers such as Safari and Chrome.
Is there a file size limit?
There is no hard limit, but very large files depend on your device’s memory. Big files are processed in the background so the page stays responsive.