Docx Reader is a handy Word Docx document viewer. It allows users to view the Docx documents without Microsoft Word. Simple and easy to use. Many users don't have Microsoft Word or still use Word 2003 or even earlier, Docx Reader can help you to open, view and read the docx format documents, and don't need Microsoft Word installed in your PC.
Publisher’s description
What is Docx Reader?
Docx Reader by SoftSea is free Windows software in the image viewers category.
Installation and requirements
The publisher provides EXE (Inno Setup) installers for 32-bit Windows. Installation asks for administrator rights. A silent install is possible with the installer’s documented switches.
Pros / Cons
Pros
- Free to use
- Documented silent install
Cons
- No native ARM64 build
- 32-bit only
- Installation needs administrator rights
- No update for more than a year
In short: Docx Reader is a free image viewer tool for 32-bit PCs. Updates have slowed down. Administrators can deploy it unattended.
Is Docx Reader safe to download?
- The file is served by file1.softsea.com, the publisher’s own domain
- The download link uses HTTPS
- A SHA256 hash is published, so you can verify the file:
E1C0164A1150195D3E912ECC8D9C2F5A6244BA6B1ADB2C8ECF17F75AA91DB6C5· Open the VirusTotal report for this hash - The link has not been checked yet
- ExeAtlas does not host, wrap or modify installers
Related guide: How to check a file’s SHA256 hash on Windows
Recent versions
All 1 versions ›| Version | Date | Size | Files |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0Latest | April 28, 2011 | — | 32-bit EXE (Inno Setup) |
Install from the command line
Silent install ›winget install --id SoftSea.DocxReader -eget.php /VERYSILENT /SUPPRESSMSGBOXES /NORESTART /SP-Related guide: How to use winget: install and update apps
Information
- Publisher
- SoftSea
- Category
- Image viewers
- Licence
- Freeware
- Price
- Free
- Requires
- Windows 11 / 10
- Architecture
- 32-bit
- Installer
- EXE (Inno Setup)
- Version
- 1.0
- Released
- April 28, 2011
- Added to the catalogue
- January 7, 2026
- Versions listed
- 1
- Website
- softsea.com
- winget ID
- SoftSea.DocxReader
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Frequently asked questions
Is Docx Reader free?
Yes. Docx Reader is free to use.
Is Docx Reader safe to download?
The download comes from file1.softsea.com, which belongs to the publisher; ExeAtlas does not host or change the file. Compare its SHA256 hash with the one shown here, or open the VirusTotal report for that hash.
How do I install Docx Reader with winget?
Open PowerShell or Windows Terminal and run the winget command shown on this page. winget downloads the official installer and checks its SHA256 hash before running it.
Can Docx Reader be installed silently?
Yes. The silent install page lists the exact command for each installer.
Does Docx Reader run on ARM (Windows on Arm)?
There is no ARM64 build; Windows 11 on Arm can run the 32-bit version through emulation.
What are alternatives to Docx Reader?
ImageGlass, Weasis, QuickLook, MSBuild Structured Log Viewer and LogExpert. The alternatives page compares them.
