Convert HTML to MD Online

HTML files are the language of the web, defining the structure of every web page. Converting to MD gives you documentation, README files, blogs, notes.

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How to convert HTML to MD

  1. Upload your HTML file. Drag it onto the box above or click to browse. Files up to 200 MB are accepted.
  2. Choose MD as the output. The target format is pre-selected on this page — just press “Convert now”.
  3. Download the result. Conversion runs on our own server and the download starts as soon as it is ready. Your files are deleted automatically.

Why convert HTML to MD?

People convert HTML to MD mainly for compatibility. Rendered by every browser. MD, by contrast, is built for documentation, README files, blogs, notes, and readable as plain text and renderable everywhere.

HTML vs MD: key differences

HTMLMD
File typemarkupmarkup
Typical useweb pages, email templates, documentationdocumentation, README files, blogs, notes
CompatibilityRendered by every browser.Readable as plain text and renderable everywhere.

Tips for a clean HTML to MD conversion

  • Rendered by every browser.
  • Use the highest-quality source HTML you have — converting a compressed file again cannot restore lost detail.
  • If you only need a smaller file, try a lower resolution or bitrate instead of a different format.
  • Keep the original HTML until you have checked the converted MD opens the way you expect.

Frequently asked questions

How do I convert HTML to MD?
Upload your HTML file to the converter on this page, make sure MD is selected as the output format and click “Convert now”. When the conversion finishes the download starts automatically.
Is this HTML to MD converter free?
Yes — it is completely free and needs no account. Files up to 200 MB are accepted, and heavy use is rate-limited so the service stays available for everyone.
Will converting HTML to MD reduce quality?
Because both formats preserve the original data, converting back and forth does not degrade quality.
What is a HTML file?
HTML is the language of the web, defining the structure of every web page. Its technical name is HyperText Markup Language and it is typically used for web pages, email templates, documentation.
What is a MD file?
MD is a lightweight plain-text markup that converts cleanly to HTML, PDF and Word. Its technical name is Markdown and it is typically used for documentation, README files, blogs, notes.
Can I convert HTML to MD on my phone?
Yes. The converter runs in the browser on Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and Linux — no app installation is required.
Are my files kept on the server?
No. Uploaded files and converted results are deleted automatically a short time after the conversion finishes.

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