HTML to Markdown Converter

HTML to Markdown Converter

Convert HTML to clean Markdown syntax. Transform HTML tags, links, images, tables, and formatting into standard Markdown using the Turndown library for accurate, reliable conversion.

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Common HTML samples for conversion
Input
Paste HTML to convert into clean Markdown format.
How it works: Converts HTML to Markdown using the Turndown library. Supports ATX and setext heading styles and configurable list markers.

Complete Guide: HTML to Markdown Converter

Everything you need to know about using this tool effectively

What is HTML to Markdown Converter?

The HTML to Markdown Converter transforms HTML markup into clean Markdown text. It converts headings, paragraphs, links, images, lists, tables, code blocks, bold, italic, and blockquotes into their Markdown equivalents. The tool uses the Turndown library for accurate conversion. All processing happens in the browser.

This tool takes HTML as input and applies Turndown's conversion rules to produce Markdown output. It maps HTML tags to Markdown syntax (h1 becomes #, strong becomes **, a href becomes [text](url), and so on). The output is plain text in standard Markdown format.

Key Features
Converts HTML headings, paragraphs, links, images, lists, tables, code blocks
Powered by Turndown library for accurate conversion
Handles nested lists and complex structures
Preserves inline code and code blocks
Copy Markdown to clipboard
Download as .md file
Real-time conversion preview
Runs in the browser with no uploads
Common Use Cases
When and why you might need this tool

Migrating blog content to a static site generator

Convert HTML blog posts from WordPress or another CMS into Markdown files for Jekyll, Hugo, or Astro.

Converting documentation to GitHub-friendly format

Transform HTML documentation pages into Markdown for use in a GitHub repository wiki or docs folder.

Extracting content from web pages

Copy HTML from a webpage and convert it to clean Markdown for notes or reference.

Archiving web content in a portable format

Convert HTML pages to Markdown for long-term storage in a lightweight, human-readable format.

How to Use This Tool
Step-by-step guide to get the best results
1

Paste HTML

Copy and paste HTML content into the input area.

2

Convert

Click Convert. The tool transforms the HTML into Markdown.

3

Copy or download

Copy the Markdown text or download it as a .md file.

Pro Tips
1

Complex HTML tables may need manual adjustment after conversion.

2

Clean up unnecessary HTML attributes before converting for cleaner output.

3

Check that image paths and links are correct in the Markdown output.

4

The tool handles inline styles and nested elements, but very complex layouts may not convert perfectly.

Frequently Asked Questions
What HTML elements are supported?

The converter handles headings (h1-h6), paragraphs, links, images, ordered and unordered lists, tables, code blocks, blockquotes, bold, italic, strikethrough, and horizontal rules.

How are HTML tables converted?

Tables are converted to Markdown pipe tables with proper alignment. Complex tables with colspan or rowspan may need manual adjustment since Markdown tables have limited formatting.

Is my content uploaded to a server?

No. All conversion happens in your browser using JavaScript. The content never leaves your device.

Can I convert an entire webpage?

Yes. Copy the page's HTML source and paste it into the tool. You may want to extract just the main content area rather than the full page including navigation and footer.

What Markdown flavor is produced?

The output uses standard Markdown compatible with GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM), CommonMark, and most static site generators.