Markdown to HTML Converter – Convert Markdown Instantly

Convert Markdown to HTML and HTML to Markdown with our free online converter. Preview rendered output, copy clean HTML, and handle complex formatting including tables, code blocks, and more.

What Is Markdown?

Markdown is a lightweight markup language that uses plain text formatting syntax. It's designed to be easy to read and write while converting cleanly to HTML. Created by John Gruber in 2004, Markdown is now used everywhere—from GitHub to blogs to note-taking apps.

Features

How to Use

Markdown to HTML

1. Paste your Markdown content
2. See HTML output generated instantly
3. Copy the HTML or preview the rendered version

HTML to Markdown

1. Toggle to HTML → Markdown mode
2. Paste your HTML
3. Get clean, readable Markdown

Markdown Syntax Reference

Headings

# Heading 1
## Heading 2
### Heading 3

Emphasis

*italic* or _italic_
**bold** or __bold__
***bold italic***
~~strikethrough~~

Lists

Unordered:

- Item one
- Item two
  - Nested item

Ordered:

1. First
2. Second
3. Third

Links & Images

[Link text](https://example.com)
![Alt text](image.jpg)

Code

Inline `code` here

code block

Blockquotes

> This is a quote
> 
> Multiple paragraphs

GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM)

Tables

| Column 1 | Column 2 |
|----------|----------|
| Cell 1   | Cell 2   |
| Cell 3   | Cell 4   |

Task Lists

- [x] Completed task
- [ ] Incomplete task

Strikethrough

~~deleted text~~

Auto-linking

URLs and email addresses auto-link: https://example.com

Common Use Cases

Content Creation

• Write blog posts in Markdown
• Generate HTML for CMS
• Create documentation
• Draft newsletters

Developers

• README files for GitHub
• Technical documentation
• API documentation
• Code comments with formatting

Note-Taking

• Export notes to HTML
• Convert HTML articles to notes
• Clean up copied web content
• Create formatted documents

Static Sites

• Jekyll, Hugo, Gatsby content
• Convert legacy HTML content
• Migrate between platforms
• Batch content processing

Frequently Asked Questions

What Markdown flavors are supported?

We support CommonMark with GitHub Flavored Markdown extensions, including tables, task lists, strikethrough, and autolinks.

Is syntax highlighting supported?

Yes! Specify the language after code fence backticks:

```javascript
const hello = "world";

### How do I handle special characters?
Escape special Markdown characters with backslash: `\*not italic\*`

### Can I include raw HTML in Markdown?
Yes! Markdown allows inline HTML: `<strong>custom HTML</strong>`

### Does the converter sanitize HTML?
Basic sanitization removes potentially harmful scripts. For user-generated content, implement server-side sanitization.

### What about math equations?
MathJax or KaTeX syntax is preserved. Add the appropriate JavaScript library to render equations.

## Markdown Benefits

| Benefit | Description |
|---------|-------------|
| **Readable** | Plain text is easily readable |
| **Portable** | Works anywhere, no special software |
| **Convertible** | Transforms to HTML, PDF, DOCX |
| **Version-friendly** | Diffs well in Git |
| **Fast** | Quicker than HTML authoring |

## Pro Tips

1. **Use reference links** — Keep Markdown readable with links at bottom
2. **Two spaces for line break** — Force line breaks without new paragraph
3. **Escape when needed** — Use `\` before special characters
4. **Preview before publishing** — Always check rendered output
5. **Use extensions wisely** — Not all renderers support all features

## Conversion Examples

### Markdown Input
```markdown
# Welcome

This is **bold** and *italic* text.

- Item 1
- Item 2

> A blockquote

HTML Output

<h1>Welcome</h1>
<p>This is <strong>bold</strong> and <em>italic</em> text.</p>
<ul>
  <li>Item 1</li>
  <li>Item 2</li>
</ul>
<blockquote><p>A blockquote</p></blockquote>

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