Free Online Markdown to HTML Converter | Online Tool

Simplify your web writing workflow with our free Markdown to HTML Converter. Write in easy-to-read Markdown and get clean, compliant HTML instantly. Our tool also supports HTML-to-Markdown conversion, making it the perfect two-way utility for developers and content creators.

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Markdown ↔ HTML Converter

How to Use the Converter

Our tool offers a seamless, live-editing experience:

  1. Markdown to HTML: Simply type or paste your Markdown code into the left pane. The corresponding HTML will appear automatically in the right pane.
  2. HTML to Markdown: Paste your HTML code into the right pane and click the "← Convert to Markdown" button. The generated Markdown will appear in the left pane.

Example Conversion

See how simple Markdown syntax transforms into structured HTML.

Before (Markdown):

# Main Heading

This is a paragraph with a [link to Google](https://google.com).

-   List item 1
-   List item 2
    -   Nested item

After (HTML):

<h1>Main Heading</h1>

<p>This is a paragraph with a <a href="https://google.com">link to Google</a>.</p>

<ul>
<li>List item 1</li>
<li>List item 2
  <ul>
    <li>Nested item</li>
  </ul>
</li>
</ul>

What is Markdown?

Markdown is a lightweight markup language with plain-text formatting syntax. Created by John Gruber in 2004, its main goal is to be as easy-to-read and easy-to-write as possible. You can write it in any plain text editor, and its syntax is designed to be unobtrusive, looking like a clean, well-formatted email.

It's the perfect language for writing content for the web without the complexity of HTML. It has become the standard for writing documentation, blog posts, and comments on platforms all over the internet.

  • Readability: The raw Markdown text is clean and easy for humans to read, unlike dense HTML tags.
  • Simplicity: The syntax is minimal and intuitive, using characters like `*`, `#`, and `[` to format text.
  • Platform Independent: It is not owned by any company and is supported by countless applications, from GitHub to Reddit to static site generators.
  • Safe Conversion: It converts cleanly to well-structured HTML, preventing many common formatting errors.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What "flavor" of Markdown does this use?

This converter uses Showdown.js, a popular JavaScript library that closely follows the syntax of GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM). This includes support for common extensions like tables, strikethrough text, and task lists, in addition to the standard Markdown syntax.

Q2: Can it perfectly convert any HTML back to Markdown?

The HTML-to-Markdown conversion works best with semantic, well-structured HTML. It may have difficulty interpreting complex, non-standard, or heavily styled HTML — for example, HTML with numerous <div> tags or inline styles. For best results, use clean, content-focused HTML.

Q3: Is my data safe with this tool?

Yes, absolutely. This is a 100% client-side tool. All conversions happen locally in your browser. No data is ever sent to our servers, ensuring your work remains completely private.