Markdown to MediaWiki Converter
Convert Markdown to MediaWiki markup used by Wikipedia and other wiki platforms. Transform headers, bold, links, images, and code blocks to MediaWiki syntax.
Complete Guide: Markdown to MediaWiki Converter
Everything you need to know about using this tool effectively
The Markdown to MediaWiki Converter transforms Markdown into MediaWiki markup syntax. It converts headings (==), links ([[url|text]]), images ([[File:]]), lists (*), and code blocks (<code>) to their MediaWiki equivalents. All processing happens in the browser.
This tool applies regex-based transformation rules to map Markdown syntax to MediaWiki markup. For example, # Heading becomes = Heading =, [text](url) becomes [url text], and **bold** becomes '''bold''.
Contributing to Wikipedia
Convert Markdown content to MediaWiki format for editing Wikipedia articles.
Migrating docs to MediaWiki
Transform Markdown documentation for use in a MediaWiki installation.
Creating wiki pages
Convert Markdown notes to MediaWiki format for a private wiki.
Building knowledge bases
Convert Markdown content to MediaWiki for organizational wikis.
Paste Markdown
Enter Markdown text in the input area.
Convert
Click Convert. The tool generates MediaWiki markup.
Copy the output
Copy the markup for use in MediaWiki.
MediaWiki uses = for headings (= Heading = for level 1, == Heading == for level 2).
Bold uses '''text''' and italic uses ''text''.
Links use [url display text] syntax.
Tables use {| |- | || syntax.
What is MediaWiki markup?
MediaWiki markup is the formatting language used by Wikipedia and other MediaWiki-based wikis. It differs from standard Markdown.
Is my content sent to a server?
No. All conversion happens in your browser. Nothing is transmitted.
Does it handle MediaWiki tables?
Yes. Markdown pipe tables are converted to MediaWiki table syntax with {| |- | markers.
Can I paste directly into MediaWiki?
Yes. Use MediaWiki's source editor to paste the converted markup.
What Markdown elements are supported?
Headings, links, images, lists, code blocks, tables, blockquotes, bold, and italic.