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Convert HTML documentation into Markdown for README files, project documentation, wikis, and developer guides. Markdown is easier to review in pull requests and works natively across GitHub.
HTML to Markdown Converter
Convert HTML into clean, readable Markdown in seconds. Paste HTML code or upload an HTML file to generate Markdown for GitHub, documentation, Obsidian, and static site projects. Most standard HTML converts with little or no manual cleanup.
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How HTML to Markdown Works
Converting HTML to Markdown takes just three simple steps.
Paste HTML or Upload a File
Paste HTML code directly into the editor or upload an .html or .htm file from your device.
Convert to Markdown
The converter transforms supported HTML elements into clean Markdown while preserving the document structure whenever possible.
Copy or Download
Copy the generated Markdown to your clipboard or download it as an .md file for future editing or publishing.
HTML to Markdown Example
The example below shows how HTML converts into simple Markdown while keeping the same structure and meaning.
HTML
<h1>Getting Started</h1>
<p>Welcome to our guide.</p>
<ul>
<li>Create an account</li>
<li>Sign in</li>
<li>Start using the platform</li>
</ul>Markdown
# Getting Started
Welcome to our guide.
- Create an account
- Sign in
- Start using the platformThe generated Markdown keeps the original content while replacing supported HTML with simpler Markdown syntax that's easier to edit and maintain.
Supported HTML Elements
Convert standard HTML into clean Markdown while preserving the document structure whenever possible. The converter supports the HTML elements commonly used in web pages, documentation, and blog content.
<h1>–<h6>
#to######headings<p>
Plain text paragraphs
<strong> <em>
Bold & Italic
<a>
Markdown links
<img>
Markdown images
Lists
Markdown lists
<table>
Markdown tables*
<blockquote>
Blockquotes
<code> <pre>
Fenced code blocks
<hr>
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*Complex tables with merged cells may require minor adjustments after conversion.
Popular Use Cases
Convert existing HTML into Markdown for documentation, publishing, note-taking, and content migration. Here are some of the most common workflows.
Obsidian & Note-Taking
Save articles, documentation, or reference material as Markdown before importing them into Obsidian or other Markdown-based note-taking apps. Plain-text notes are easier to organize, search, and maintain over time.
Static Site Generators
Prepare content for Markdown-first platforms such as Hugo, Jekyll, Astro, MkDocs, and Docusaurus. Converting existing HTML makes migration and ongoing maintenance much simpler.
Website & CMS Migration
Clean HTML exported from WordPress, Drupal, or other CMS platforms before moving content into a Markdown-based workflow.
HTML vs Markdown
HTML and Markdown can represent the same content, but they're designed for different workflows. HTML focuses on presentation, while Markdown keeps content simple, portable, and easy to edit.
| Feature | HTML | Markdown |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Web pages | Documentation & writing |
| Readability | Low | High |
| Editing | HTML knowledge required | Plain text |
| Version control | More difficult | Git-friendly |
| GitHub support | Limited | Native |
| Portability | Web-focused | Works across many tools |
HTML
Choose HTML when building web pages, using custom layouts or styling, or working with interactive content.
Markdown
Choose Markdown when writing documentation, creating README files, managing notes, publishing through static site generators, or collaborating with Git.
Need the opposite conversion? Try our Markdown to HTML Converter to generate browser-ready HTML from Markdown files.
Things to Review After Conversion
Most HTML converts cleanly, but it's worth checking a few elements before publishing or sharing your Markdown.
Complex tables
Merged cells or advanced layouts may need small adjustments.
Custom CSS
Markdown preserves content, not styling.
JavaScript
Interactive scripts aren't converted.
Forms & widgets
Embedded forms, maps, and widgets usually require manual replacement.
Custom HTML
Non-standard elements may need a quick review.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about converting HTML into Markdown.
- 1
Is this HTML to Markdown converter free?
Yes. You can convert HTML to Markdown without creating an account or paying any fees.
- 2
Is my HTML uploaded to a server?
No. All conversion happens locally in your browser, so your HTML isn't uploaded or stored on a server.
- 3
Can I upload HTML files instead of pasting code?
Yes. You can upload both .html and .htm files, or paste HTML directly into the editor.
- 4
Will tables, links, and images be preserved?
Most standard HTML elements, including headings, links, lists, images, tables, blockquotes, and code blocks, are converted into their Markdown equivalents. Very complex layouts or custom HTML may require minor manual adjustments.
- 5
Can I use the generated Markdown in GitHub or Obsidian?
Yes. The output is compatible with GitHub, Obsidian, and most Markdown editors, documentation platforms, and static site generators.
- 6
Why doesn't some formatting look exactly the same?
Markdown is designed for content rather than presentation. Custom CSS, interactive elements, and advanced HTML layouts don't have direct Markdown equivalents, so they may need manual cleanup after conversion.
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