Markdown to HTML Converter & Live Preview
Draft and preview Markdown documents in real time. Instant HTML code generation, word counts, and one-click file download. 100% free and private.
Why use a browser-based Markdown previewer?
Markdown is the universal language of modern documentation, technical blogs, GitHub repositories, and research notes. However, writing complex Markdown syntax without an immediate visual preview can lead to formatting errors in tables, code blocks, and nested lists.
Marqly's Markdown to HTML Converter provides a zero-latency, split-screen writing environment. As you type, the rendered output updates synchronously on the right pane. Switch between the rendered visual view and the raw HTML markup at any time.
Key features of this tool
- Simultaneous live split view: Type Markdown on the left and see clean typography rendered on the right.
- Standard GFM syntax support: Complete handling of headings, tables, blockquotes, lists, links, images, and formatted code blocks.
- Raw HTML code extraction: Inspect clean, semantic HTML markup ready to paste into content management systems (CMS), email templates, or documentation generators.
- Standalone document download: Save a complete HTML file with embedded responsive typography styles.
- Live writing statistics: Real-time word count, character count, and estimated reading time.
Quick Markdown cheat sheet
# Heading 1,## Heading 2,### Heading 3**Bold text**or__Bold text__*Italic text*or_Italic text_[Anchor text](https://example.com)`inline code`and```language\nblock code\n```> Blockquote text- Unordered list itemand1. Ordered list item
Frequently asked questions
Which Markdown elements are supported?
The converter supports standard GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) elements including headings (# to ######), bold, italic, strikethrough, blockquotes, ordered and unordered lists, tables, horizontal rules, inline code, and fenced code blocks.
Does this tool upload or store my draft?
No. All rendering, character counts, and HTML conversions happen purely in local browser memory. No text, notes, or drafts are ever transmitted to external servers.
Can I export or download the generated HTML?
Yes. You can copy the raw HTML snippet with one click using the "Copy HTML" button, or download a complete, standalone .html document with responsive styling using "Download HTML".
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is calculated using an established standard reading pace of 200 words per minute, rounded up to the nearest full minute.
Can I use this for blog drafts, READMEs, and documentation?
Yes. The previewer is optimized for rapid drafting of technical documentation, README files, blog essays, and email newsletters with instant visual feedback.
