EPUBMaker is a free online tool that converts DOCX (Word) and TXT files into standard EPUB ebooks. No account required, no software to install — just your browser.
This guide walks you through the entire process from file upload to finished EPUB download.
The Workflow at a Glance
Upload file → Set options → Convert → Edit in editor → Download
Step 1: Upload Your File
Go to the Convert page. You'll see the file upload area.
Supported formats
.docx — Microsoft Word documents.txt — Plain text files
Two ways to upload:
- Drag and drop: Drag your file onto the upload area
- Click to browse: Click the upload area to open a file picker
Batch conversion: Select multiple files at once to convert them all in one go. Each file becomes its own EPUB, bundled for download together.
File size limits
- Document files: up to 50 MB
- TXT files: up to 30,000 characters
Step 2: Set Conversion Options
After selecting your file, the options panel appears. Configure these before converting:
| Field |
Description |
| Title |
The book title embedded in the EPUB file |
| Author |
Author name |
| Publisher |
Publisher name |
| Language |
Content language (10 languages supported) |
| Publication date |
The book's publication date |
This information is displayed in ebook apps like Apple Books and Kobo.
Style Preset
Controls the default typography and layout of your EPUB. Choose from four presets:
- Default — Clean, general-purpose layout
- Book — Generous margins and line spacing for comfortable reading
- Novel — Serif-focused style for long-form fiction
- Academic — Suited for papers with footnotes and citations
- Custom — Write your own CSS for full control
Cover Image
Drag or click to add a cover image (JPG or PNG). The cover appears as the first page of your EPUB.
Recommended cover size: 1600×2400 px (2:3 ratio), up to 10 MB
EPUB Version
- EPUB 3 (recommended) — Modern standard, best for Apple Books, Kobo, and Google Play Books
- EPUB 2 — For compatibility with older reading devices
Step 3: Convert
Click "Convert to EPUB". Conversion typically completes in a few seconds. When it's done, the editor opens automatically.
Step 4: Review and Edit in the Editor
After conversion, the editor opens. Here you can review and adjust the result.
Edit the title, author, style, cover, and other options set in Step 2. After making changes, click "Regenerate EPUB" to apply them to a new file.
Edit Table of Contents
Review and edit the automatically extracted TOC entries. Reorder or remove items to organize your chapters.
Preview
Preview the finished EPUB content before downloading.
Step 5: Download
Click "Download" at the top of the editor to save your EPUB file.
FAQ
DOCX or TXT — which is better?
DOCX is recommended whenever possible. Heading styles (Heading 1, 2, 3) in Word are preserved during conversion, so your table of contents is built automatically. TXT files are good for simple, unstructured text.
Can I read the EPUB on Kindle?
Kindle doesn't support EPUB natively. Send the EPUB to your Kindle using Amazon's Send to Kindle service — it automatically converts it to a Kindle-compatible format.
Are my settings saved?
Yes. Your last-used conversion options are automatically saved in your browser. They'll be there next time you visit.
Is there a conversion limit?
No. EPUBMaker is completely free with no conversion limits.
If you run into any issues, check the FAQ page for more help.