PDT Converter
Convert PDT files online for free
Drop or upload your .PDT file
How to convert your PDT file
- Click Select File above, and choose your PDT file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert PDT to another file type
The converter easily converts your PDT file to various formats—free and online. No Windows or extra software needed.
- PDT to EST
- PDT to CST
- PDT to UTC
- PDT to EDT
- PDT to CDT
- PDT to GMT
- PDT to IST
Convert a file to PDT
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the PDT file type—in the best quality.
About PDT files
PDT files, primarily associated with IBM's now-defunct Lotus software, pose unique challenges for users needing to convert them into more contemporary formats. As proprietary data files, PDT files often store settings or template data specific to the Lotus platform, which complicates their conversion and usage outside their native environment.
Converting PDT files requires specialized software, as their proprietary nature isn't widely supported. Unfortunately, options are limited but available. IBM Notes might still be able to open some older PDT files, although support for conversion is not guaranteed. For users with access to legacy systems, using Lotus 1-2-3 could be an option. These programs allow you to export to formats like .xls, .csv, or .txt.
However, several challenges and drawbacks exist. Conversion can result in data loss or formatting issues, especially if the PDT file contains complex data structures or proprietary elements not easily translated into other formats. Furthermore, finding compatible software is increasingly difficult as support for Lotus products has been discontinued.
Given these challenges, it s advisable to use tools that simplify the conversion process. While it's best not to rely on online tools, Convert.Guru offers a secure and user-friendly drag-and-drop interface for converting PDT files into various formats, including .xls, .csv, .txt, and more. The intuitive design ensures that even users unfamiliar with file conversions can achieve reliable results without hassle.
In summary, while PDT file conversion can be tricky due to software limitations and potential data loss, using a trusted service like Convert.Guru can mitigate these issues, ensuring users have access to their data in the format they need.
The PDT Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.
When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.
Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best PDT converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.