How to open an HWP file

Someone in Korea sent you a .hwp file and nothing on your computer will open it. The fastest fix: open it right here in your browser — no downloads, no Korean software, no account.

Drop HWP/HWPX files here
up to 10 files · 15MB each · files are never stored

Files are processed in memory and deleted immediately after conversion. Nothing is stored on our servers.

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Your options, compared

  1. This site (fastest) — drop the file above, read it instantly, export to PDF or text.
  2. Hancom Office — the official suite. Full fidelity, but it is paid software with a Korean-first interface.
  3. Hancom's free viewer — requires download and installation; view-only.

Why won't Word open it?

HWP is its own format used mainly in South Korea — Microsoft Word and Google Docs don't ship an importer for it. The file has to be parsed by software that understands the format. Curious about the details? See what is an HWP file.

Frequently asked questions

What is the fastest way to open an HWP file?

Drop it into the box above. It opens in your browser in seconds, with no software to install and no sign-up.

Why won't the file open on my computer?

HWP is a Korean format from Hancom Office. Most software outside Korea, including Microsoft Word, has no importer for it, so the file appears unreadable until it is converted.

Can I turn it into a PDF or Word file?

Yes. After opening the file you can export it to PDF, Word (.docx), Markdown, or plain text.

Is it safe to open an HWP file I received by email?

Opening it here only reads the document — files are processed in memory and deleted immediately, and nothing is stored on our servers.