Open Microsoft Publisher .pub Files After Publisher Is Gone
Microsoft ended support for Publisher in October 2026. PubCrate opens your .pub files anyway: view every page, copy the text out, and export pages as images. No Publisher installation, no Microsoft 365, no account.
What it does
- Opens Microsoft Publisher .pub files without Publisher or Microsoft 365
- View every page with fast zoom, fit, and keyboard navigation
- Copy any page's text to the clipboard
- Export the whole document as a plain text file
- Save any page as a PNG image
- Read-only and safe: your original file is never modified
Good to know
- Publisher 98 through 2007 files render best. Some newer or complex documents may show imperfect layout; text copy and export still give you the full content.
- WordArt decorative text cannot be extracted, a limitation of the Publisher format itself.
Frequently asked questions
Why do I need a .pub viewer now?
Microsoft ended support for Publisher in October 2026, but files made years ago still need opening.
Does PubCrate need Publisher or Microsoft 365 installed?
No.
Will my document render perfectly?
Most documents render well, and Publisher 98 through 2007 files render best. Some newer or complex documents may show imperfect layout; text copy and export still give you the full content.
Can I get the text out even if the layout looks off?
Yes, with one exception: WordArt decorative text cannot be extracted, a limitation of the Publisher format itself.
Is my file uploaded anywhere?
No.
Your data stays yours
Every KS-ByteBox app runs entirely on your PC. No accounts, no tracking, and nothing ever leaves your machine. Purchases and licensing are handled by the Microsoft Store.