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HTML to Markdown

Convert HTML into clean, readable Markdown.

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About the HTML to Markdown

Paste any HTML — a web page snippet, a CMS export, or a template — and Handytool converts it to clean, readable Markdown instantly in your browser. The converter strips tags, preserves structure, and outputs headings, lists, links, code blocks and emphasis using standard Markdown syntax. Nothing is uploaded, so confidential content stays private on your machine.

HTML to Markdown features

  • 01

    Structure-preserving conversion

    Headings, paragraphs, bold, italic, lists (ordered and unordered), blockquotes, links, images, inline code and code blocks are all mapped to their Markdown equivalents — nested elements included.

  • 02

    ATX headings and fenced code blocks

    The output uses ATX-style headings (# H1, ## H2, …) and fenced code blocks (```) for maximum compatibility with GitHub, GitLab, Notion, Obsidian, and other Markdown renderers.

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    100% private, works offline

    Conversion runs locally in your browser using JavaScript — your HTML never leaves your device. The tool keeps working even without a network connection once the page is loaded.

HTML to Markdown FAQ

How do I convert HTML to Markdown?
Paste your HTML into the left pane and click Convert. The Markdown appears in the right pane immediately. Use Copy or Download to take the output wherever you need it.
Which HTML elements are converted?
h1–h6, p, strong/b, em/i, ul/ol/li, blockquote, a, img, code, pre, and hr are all converted. Elements the Markdown spec has no equivalent for (like tables or divs with arbitrary CSS) are either simplified or passed through as raw HTML.
Can I use the output in GitHub READMEs?
Yes. The converter uses ATX headings and fenced code blocks, which are fully supported by GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM). Paste the result directly into a .md file or README.
Is my HTML uploaded anywhere?
No. The HTML to Markdown converter runs entirely in your browser — nothing is sent to a server, logged, or stored. It also works offline once the page is loaded.
Why does some formatting look different after conversion?
HTML and Markdown have different expressive ranges. Inline styles, CSS classes, and certain attributes (like colors or custom fonts) have no Markdown equivalent and are dropped. The converter preserves semantic structure — headings, emphasis, links, lists — which covers most real-world use cases.

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