Markdown to HTML
Convert Markdown to clean HTML with live preview. Everything runs in your browser.
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Markdown Syntax Reference
| Element | Markdown Syntax | HTML Output |
|---|---|---|
| Heading 1 | # Heading | <h1> |
| Heading 2 | ## Heading | <h2> |
| Bold | **bold text** | <strong> |
| Italic | *italic text* | <em> |
| Strikethrough | ~~deleted~~ | <del> |
| Inline Code | `code` | <code> |
| Code Block | ```code``` | <pre><code> |
| Link | [text](url) | <a href> |
| Image |  | <img> |
| Blockquote | > quote | <blockquote> |
| Unordered List | - item | <ul><li> |
| Ordered List | 1. item | <ol><li> |
| Horizontal Rule | --- | <hr> |
| Table | | col | col | | <table> |
Markdown vs HTML
Markdown is a lightweight plain-text format designed to be easy to read and write. It was created by John Gruber in 2004 and has become the standard for README files, documentation, and content authoring.
HTML is the markup language of the web. While more powerful and precise, it is verbose and harder to author by hand. Markdown bridges the gap: you write in a simple syntax and convert to HTML when needed.
This tool lets you write Markdown and instantly see both the rendered result and the underlying HTML code, making it useful for content creators, developers, and technical writers.
Where Markdown Is Used
- GitHub and GitLab — README files, issues, pull requests, and wikis all use Markdown.
- Documentation — tools like MkDocs, Docusaurus, and Jekyll use Markdown for content.
- Blogging — static site generators (Hugo, Gatsby, Eleventy) use Markdown for posts.
- Note-taking — apps like Obsidian, Notion, and Bear support Markdown natively.
- Messaging — Slack, Discord, and Reddit support Markdown-style formatting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this tool support all Markdown syntax?
This tool supports the most common Markdown elements: headings, bold, italic, strikethrough, links, images, code blocks, blockquotes, lists, tables, and horizontal rules. Some advanced CommonMark features like footnotes or definition lists are not included.
Is the generated HTML safe to use?
Yes. The parser escapes HTML entities in the input text to prevent XSS. The output is clean, semantic HTML suitable for use in web pages, emails, or documentation.
Can I use this for email newsletters?
You can use the generated HTML as a starting point. Copy the HTML source and paste it into your email builder. Note that email clients have limited CSS support, so some styling may need adjustment.