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How to Convert HTML to Markdown - Step by Step Guide

Step 1

Input Your HTML Content

Let's get your HTML content into the converter! Whether you have web pages, email templates, or HTML documentation from our HTML editor or Word to HTML converter, converting to Markdown makes content more portable and easier to edit. You have several convenient options:

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Paste directly: Copy your HTML code and paste it into the input editor
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Upload a file: Click "Upload" to select an .html or .htm file from your computer
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Try the sample: Click "Sample" to load example HTML and see how the converter works

Example: HTML Input

Here's what typical HTML content looks like:

<h1>Welcome to My Project</h1>

<p>This is a <strong>simple</strong> paragraph.</p>

<ul>
  <li>First item</li>
  <li>Second item</li>
</ul>
Step 2

Automatic Conversion & Processing

The conversion happens instantly! Before converting, you can validate your HTML using our HTML validator or format it with our HTML beautifier. As soon as you input HTML, the converter automatically:

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Parses HTML structure: Recognizes headers, paragraphs, lists, links, and code blocks
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Generates clean Markdown: Converts to proper Markdown syntax without HTML tags
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Preserves formatting: Maintains bold, italic, links, images, and list structures
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Cleans output: Removes unnecessary HTML attributes and styling

Example: Converted Markdown Output

The HTML converted to clean Markdown: 

# Welcome to My Project

This is a **simple** paragraph.

* First item
* Second item
Step 3

Review the Markdown Output

Check your clean, portable Markdown! You can also convert HTML to other formats using our HTML to JSON or HTML to text converters. The converter produces:

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Pure Markdown: No HTML tags, just clean Markdown syntax
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Portable format: Works with GitHub, GitLab, documentation systems, and static site generators
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Easy to edit: Markdown is simpler to maintain than HTML
Step 4

Export Your Markdown

Get your Markdown ready for use! You can also convert HTML to PDF or view it in our HTML viewer. Multiple export options make it easy to integrate:

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Copy to clipboard: One-click copying for quick pasting into your documentation or CMS
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Download as file: Save as a .md file for README files, documentation, or blog posts
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Ready to use: Compatible with GitHub, Jekyll, Hugo, Gatsby, and all Markdown processors

Frequently Asked Questions

What HTML elements are supported?

The converter supports all standard HTML elements including headers (H1-H6), paragraphs, bold and italic text, links, images, ordered and unordered lists, code blocks, inline code, blockquotes, and horizontal rules. It automatically strips HTML-specific attributes like classes and IDs to produce clean Markdown.

Can I convert web pages to Markdown?

Yes! You can copy the HTML source code from any web page and convert it to Markdown. This is perfect for creating documentation from existing web content, archiving articles, or converting blog posts. The converter removes styling and focuses on content structure.

Does the converter preserve links and images?

Absolutely! The converter maintains all links and images, converting them to proper Markdown syntax. HTML links become [link text](url) and images become ![alt text](image-url). This ensures your content remains fully functional in Markdown format.

Is the Markdown output compatible with GitHub?

Yes! The generated Markdown follows standard Markdown syntax and works perfectly with GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket, and other platforms. It's ideal for creating README.md files, wiki pages, or any GitHub-flavored Markdown content. You can also use it for static site generators like Jekyll, Hugo, or Gatsby.

Can I convert HTML email templates to Markdown?

Yes! This tool works great for converting HTML email templates to Markdown. It strips away email-specific styling and inline CSS, leaving you with clean, readable Markdown content. This is useful for creating plain-text versions of emails or migrating content to Markdown-based systems.

Is the HTML to Markdown converter free?

Yes, completely free with no limitations on file size, conversion frequency, or features. No registration required, and you can convert unlimited HTML files to Markdown with full syntax support and clean output. Convert web pages, documentation, emails, and any HTML content instantly.

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