How to convert HWP to PDF
- Add your .HWP file - drop it in the box above or click to browse.
- Convert it to .PDF in a few seconds.
- Download your new .PDF file.
What to expect
- Layout may shift on heavily formatted documents with vertical text or complex tables - verify in a PDF viewer before sharing.
- The newer
.hwpxformat (Hancom's default since 2021) uses a separate XML structure; the same tools apply, though LibreOffice's.hwpxsupport is more recent than its.hwpsupport. hwpfiles have been used to deliver malware targeting Korean-speaking users - if the file came from an unknown source, prefer LibreOffice or the online converter over Hancom Hangul.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need Hancom software to convert HWP to PDF?
No. LibreOffice is free and reads
.hwp directly, so you can export a PDF without any Hancom product installed.Will Korean text and formatting carry over?
Text and most formatting transfer correctly. Complex layouts with vertical text or detailed tables may shift in LibreOffice; Hancom Hangul gives the closest result.
What is the difference between HWP and HWPX?
.hwp is a legacy binary format; .hwpx is Hancom's newer XML-based format introduced as the default in 2021. Both can be converted to PDF using the same tools.Can I convert multiple HWP files at once?
Yes - LibreOffice headless mode lets you batch-convert from the command line using
--convert-to pdf.Our free PDF toolsAll tools →
Programs that convert HWP: Hanword (Hangul) · Apache OpenOffice Writer (OpenOffice.org Writer) · LibreOffice Writer · Apache OpenOffice (OpenOffice.org)
