XRechnung to PDF Converter – Free & Open Source

The free desktop installer lets you convert XRechnung files (.xml) into clear, readable PDFs directly on your PC – no browser, no internet connection, no cloud required. The app runs entirely locally, making it the ideal solution for anyone who cannot or does not want to send sensitive invoice data to external servers. Simply download, install, and start converting.

Why use the desktop app instead of a browser?

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Privacy by DesignYour XRechnung files never leave your computer. No data transmission, no upload, no external server – fully compliant with GDPR and public sector data protection requirements.

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100% OfflineThe app works without an internet connection – at home, inside corporate networks with restricted external access, or anywhere else without reliable Wi-Fi.

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IT Policy CompliantNo cloud service, no external upload. Ideal for organisations and authorities that prohibit the use of SaaS tools for processing sensitive financial data.

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Transparent & TrustworthyThe conversion logic is built on open-source libraries and can be verified locally. No black-box cloud service involved.

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Free · One-time install · Fully offline

Download XRechnung PDF Converter (.exe)

Windows 10 / 11 · 64-bit · approx. 190 MB · Free

What the app can do

Open XRechnung (.xml) – UBL and CII/UN/CEFACT – and display it clearly
Read ZUGFeRD / Factur-X (.pdf) with embedded XML
Download a PDF reading copy
Available in 7 languages: German, English, French, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish
No login, no account, no ads

Open Source

The full source code of the desktop app is publicly available on GitHub — for maximum transparency and trust.

View source code on GitHub →

Frequently asked questions

Is the download really free?

Yes, the XRechnung to PDF Converter is completely free and available without registration. There are no hidden costs, no subscription, and no usage limits.

Are my invoice files transmitted during download or conversion?

No. The app works entirely offline. No data is sent to any server – neither during the download nor during conversion. Everything stays on your device.

Which Windows versions are supported?

The desktop app supports Windows 10 and Windows 11 (64-bit). Older Windows versions are not officially supported.

Prefer to convert directly in your browser? The free web version is available without installation at digital-rechnung.de.

Open XRechnung in browser – no download needed →