Google Docs

Browser-based word processor with real-time collaboration, free with a personal Google account.

Free tier

Verified Oct 7, 2026

DOCX: opens and saves, partial fidelity. Complex layouts and styles can change on import and export
DOC: opens only, partial fidelity. Opens DOC files; downloads are offered as DOCX, ODT, RTF and PDF
RTF: opens and saves, partial fidelity. Basic formatting carries over
ODT: opens and saves, partial fidelity. Basic formatting carries over
PDF: opens and saves, partial fidelity. Exports PDF; a PDF opened with Google Docs is converted to text and loses its layout

Facts

Made by: Google
Website: workspace.google.com/products/docs/
License: License: Free tier
Pricing: Free tier with paid plansFree with a personal Google account and 15 GB of shared storage. Google Workspace plans add admin controls and more storage.
Platforms: Web
iOS
Android
Self-hostable: No
Works offline: Yes
Account required: Yes
Maturity: Stable
Maintenance: Status: Verified Oct 7, 2026

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