HTML to Markdown Converter
Convert HTML to Markdown format instantly. Free online converter for clean Markdown output, no signup.
What Is a HTML to Markdown Converter?
HTML to Markdown conversion is essential for content migration, documentation workflows, and cleaning up rich text editor output. When moving content from WordPress, Drupal, or any CMS to a Markdown-based system (GitHub, Notion, Obsidian, static site generators), this conversion transforms HTML tags into clean, readable Markdown syntax. The converter handles headings, emphasis, links, images, lists, and code blocks following the CommonMark specification.
Example
HTML Input:
<h1>Hello</h1>
<p>This is <strong>bold</strong> and <em>italic</em>.</p>
<ul><li>Item 1</li><li>Item 2</li></ul>Markdown Output:
# Hello
This is **bold** and *italic*.
- Item 1
- Item 2How to Use This Converter
- Paste your HTML data into the input panel.
- View the converted Markdown output — it updates instantly.
- Click Copy to copy the result to your clipboard.
- Verify the output matches your expectations before using in production.
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All conversions run entirely in your browser — no data is sent to any server. For the specification, see CommonMark — Markdown Specification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why convert HTML to Markdown?
Markdown is easier to read and edit than HTML. Converting HTML content to Markdown is useful for migrating blog posts to static site generators (Jekyll, Hugo, Astro), editing CMS content in plain text, and cleaning up WYSIWYG editor output.
What HTML elements are supported?
Standard elements are converted: headings (h1-h6), paragraphs, bold/italic, links, images, lists (ordered and unordered), blockquotes, code blocks, and horizontal rules. Complex HTML (tables, forms, custom elements) may be passed through as raw HTML.
Are HTML tables converted to Markdown tables?
Simple tables can be converted to Markdown pipe tables. Complex tables with colspan, rowspan, or nested content may not convert cleanly and are often left as HTML, which is valid in most Markdown processors.
What is CommonMark?
CommonMark is the standardized specification for Markdown, created to resolve ambiguities in John Gruber's original 2004 Markdown syntax. It defines exactly how Markdown should be parsed and rendered, ensuring consistent behavior across different tools.
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