What this tool does
Convert Markdown to HTML instantly with live preview. Supports GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) including tables, task lists, and code blocks. Download as a styled HTML file or copy raw HTML.
See rendered HTML as you type
Tables, task lists, strikethrough
All processing in your browser
Markdown
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Markdown Quick Reference
Text Formatting
**bold** → bold
*italic* → italic
~~strike~~ → strike
`code` → code
Headers
# H1
## H2
### H3
#### H4
Lists
- item (unordered)
1. item (ordered)
- [ ] task (unchecked)
- [x] task (checked)
Links & Images
[text](url)
Code Blocks
```js
code here
```
Other
> blockquote
--- (horizontal rule)
| a | b | (table)
Common Use Cases
Convert Markdown drafts to HTML
Generate HTML from README files
Create formatted email HTML
Build simple HTML pages
About Markdown to HTML Converter
Convert Markdown to HTML instantly with our free online converter. Features live preview that updates as you type, support for GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) including tables, task lists, strikethrough, and code blocks with syntax highlighting. Toggle between rendered preview and raw HTML code view. Download standalone HTML files with basic styling or copy raw HTML to clipboard. Perfect for bloggers, documentation writers, and developers. All processing happens locally in your browser - your content never leaves your device.
Understanding Markdown and HTML
Markdown
A lightweight markup language created by John Gruber in 2004. It uses plain text formatting syntax designed to be easy to read and write, making it ideal for documentation and content creation.
- • Easy to learn and write
- • Plain text, readable as-is
- • Widely used for documentation
- • Supported by GitHub, Reddit, etc.
HTML
HyperText Markup Language is the standard markup language for documents designed to be displayed in a web browser. It defines the structure and content of web pages.
- • Universal web standard
- • Rendered by all browsers
- • Supports rich formatting
- • Foundation of the web
GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) Features
- Tables - Create tables using pipes and hyphens for column separators and headers
- Task Lists - Add checkboxes with
- [ ]for unchecked and- [x]for checked items - Strikethrough - Cross out text using
~~double tildes~~ - Fenced Code Blocks - Add syntax-highlighted code using triple backticks with language identifier
- Autolinks - URLs are automatically converted to clickable links
- Line Breaks - Single newlines create line breaks (standard Markdown requires two)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Markdown?
Markdown is a lightweight markup language that uses plain text formatting syntax. It was created by John Gruber in 2004 to be easy to read and write, and is commonly used for documentation, README files, blog posts, and more.
What Markdown features are supported?
We support standard Markdown plus GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) including: headers, bold, italic, strikethrough, links, images, ordered and unordered lists, task lists (checkboxes), tables, code blocks with syntax highlighting, blockquotes, and horizontal rules.
What is GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM)?
GFM is an extension of standard Markdown used on GitHub. It adds features like tables, task lists (checkboxes), strikethrough text, autolinked URLs, and fenced code blocks with language-specific syntax highlighting.
Can I download the converted HTML?
Yes! Click the Download button to get a standalone HTML file with basic styling included. The file can be opened directly in any web browser or used in your projects.
Is my content safe when using this converter?
Absolutely! All conversion happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your Markdown content is never sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security.
Does the HTML include styling?
When you download the HTML file, it includes basic CSS styling for typography, tables, code blocks, and other elements. When copying raw HTML, you get just the HTML tags without styling.