Convert Microsoft Publisher to Word — Free, No Software
Migrating away from Microsoft Publisher? Convert your .pub files to editable Word .docx documents for free. No Publisher licence, no Word licence, no installation. Works on any device.
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.pub
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How to convert in 3 steps
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Select Microsoft Publisher (.pub) as your input format and choose Word (.docx) as the output.
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Upload your file, click Convert, and download your result in seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
I have hundreds of .pub files — can I batch convert?
CalcHive currently converts one file at a time. For large batch conversions, CloudConvert's paid API supports batch jobs.
What is the best format to save Publisher files going forward?
Word (.docx) if you need editing ability, PDF if you need fixed layout. Both are future-proof as Publisher is being retired in October 2026.
Will my Publisher tables convert correctly?
Simple tables convert well. Complex nested tables may need manual adjustment in Word after conversion.
Can I use the Word file as a new template?
Yes — save the converted .docx as a Word Template (.dotx) to use as your new template after Publisher migration.
Does this cost anything?
No. CalcHive's File Converter is free to use.