Free EPUB Conversion · Word → EPUB
Word to EPUB Converter — Free & Online
Convert your Word DOCX file to a professional EPUB ebook in seconds. EPUBMaker is a free, browser-based Word to EPUB converter — no software installation, no account, no limit. Upload your manuscript and download a ready-to-publish EPUB instantly.
How to Convert Word to EPUB (4 steps)
Prepare your Word document
Apply Word's built-in Heading styles — Heading 1 for chapter titles, Heading 2 for sections. This is the key to getting an automatic table of contents in your EPUB. Avoid using manual bold or large text; use the Styles panel instead.
Upload to EPUBMaker
Drag your .docx file onto the EPUBMaker upload area or click to browse. Files up to 50 MB are supported. No account or sign-up required.
Configure metadata and style
Enter your book title and author. Choose a style preset: Default (clean and minimal), Book (traditional serif), Novel (immersive reading), or Academic (structured). Optionally add a cover image (JPEG or PNG, up to 10 MB).
Convert and download your EPUB
Click Convert to EPUB. The conversion runs in seconds. Your EPUB file downloads automatically — ready for Apple Books, Kobo, Kindle (via send-to-Kindle), or any EPUB reader.
Tips for the best Word to EPUB output
- Use Heading 1 for chapter titles, Heading 2 for sections. This creates a proper EPUB table of contents.
- Remove manual page breaks — EPUB is reflowable and handles page breaks automatically.
- Embed images directly in the Word document rather than linking to external files.
- Use a simple, clean layout. Complex multi-column layouts may not convert well to reflowable EPUB.
- Set your document language in Word (Review → Language) to match the book's language.
EPUBMaker features for Word to EPUB conversion
Automatic TOC from Heading styles
EPUBMaker reads Word's Heading 1/2/3 styles and builds a proper EPUB navigation document automatically.
Style presets
Choose from Default, Book, Novel, or Academic CSS presets — or write your own custom CSS.
Cover image support
Upload a JPEG or PNG cover (up to 10 MB). Recommended dimensions: 1,600 × 2,400 px.
EPUB 3 and EPUB 2
EPUB 3 for modern readers, EPUB 2 for compatibility with older devices. Choose in one click.
Metadata editor
Set title, author, language, publisher, and publication date — all standard EPUB metadata fields.
No account required
Convert as many Word files as you need. Free forever, no sign-up, no limit.
Why convert Word to EPUB?
Word DOCX is great for writing and editing, but it's not the right format for distributing ebooks. EPUB is the standard ebook format supported by Apple Books, Kobo, Google Play Books, and most reading apps. Here's why converting Word to EPUB makes sense:
| Feature | Word DOCX | EPUB |
|---|---|---|
| Ebook reader support | Limited | Universal (Apple Books, Kobo, etc.) |
| Mobile reading | Requires Word app | Any EPUB reader |
| Font size adjustment | Fixed | Reader-controlled |
| Reflowable layout | No | Yes — adapts to any screen |
| File size | Often large | Compact |
| Self-publishing standard | Not accepted | Widely accepted |
Frequently asked questions
Can I convert Word to EPUB for free?
Yes. EPUBMaker is completely free with no usage limits and no account required. Upload your DOCX file and download an EPUB instantly.
Will my table of contents be preserved?
Yes — if you used Word's built-in Heading styles (Heading 1, Heading 2, Heading 3). EPUBMaker automatically generates the EPUB navigation table of contents from those styles.
What EPUB version does EPUBMaker produce?
EPUB 3 by default, compatible with all modern readers. EPUB 2 is also available for older devices.
Is there a file size limit?
DOCX files up to 50 MB are supported — more than enough for most books.
Can I edit the EPUB after conversion?
Yes. EPUBMaker includes a built-in block editor. After conversion, edit chapters, reorder content, adjust headings, and re-download — all in the browser.
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