Can I convert plain text to HTML?

Yes! Click the swap button to switch to Text to HTML mode. Use our visual WYSIWYG editor to format your text with bold, italic, headings, lists, and links. The HTML code is generated automatically.

Is the visual editor free to use?

Absolutely! We use Quill.js, a free open-source rich text editor. No API keys, subscriptions, or accounts are required. Everything works locally in your browser.

Is my data stored on your servers?

No. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. We never transmit, store, or log the content you paste into our tools, ensuring maximum privacy.

What HTML tags are supported?

The tool handles all standard HTML tags including headings (h1-h6), paragraphs, lists (ul, ol, li), links, bold, italic, underline, blockquotes, code blocks, images, tables, and more.

HTML Converter

Convert between HTML and plain text instantly. Use the visual editor to create formatted content or strip HTML tags for clean text extraction. Real-time conversion with swap functionality.

HTML Input

Plain Text Output

Options: Preserve line breaks Show link URLs Compact output

Input: 0 chars

Output: 0 chars

Tags: 0

Live Conversion

Plain Text shows a clean, tag‑free version of your content for copying or exporting, while Visual Preview renders the original HTML so you can see styles like <strong>, <em>, and headings exactly as they appear.

Common Conversions

Basic HTML <p>Hello</p> → Hello

Links <a href="..."> → text [URL]

Lists <ul><li>... → bullet points

Headings <h1>Title</h1> → TITLE

Tables <table>... → formatted rows

Keyboard Shortcuts

Ctrl+V Paste input

Ctrl+C Copy output

Ctrl+S Download output

Ctrl+M Swap mode

Complete HTML Conversion Guide

Whether you're a web developer cleaning up scraped content, a content writer preparing text for different platforms, or a marketer extracting readable content from HTML emails, our bidirectional HTML converter provides instant, accurate results with zero hassle.

Unlike basic tag strippers that leave garbled output, our intelligent algorithm preserves semantic structure, converts lists to bullet points, maintains paragraph spacing, and optionally includes link URLs for reference. The visual editor makes creating HTML from scratch intuitive for non-developers.

How to Use the HTML Converter

Choose Your Conversion Mode

Select "HTML to Text" to strip HTML tags and get plain text, or "Text to HTML" to use the visual editor and generate formatted HTML code.

Enter Your Content

Paste HTML code directly, upload a file, or type in the visual editor. For HTML to Text, paste your HTML markup. For Text to HTML, use the formatting toolbar to style your text.

Watch Real-Time Conversion

The output updates instantly as you type. Toggle options like "Preserve line breaks" or "Show link URLs" to customize the output format to your needs.

Export Your Results

Copy the output to your clipboard with one click, or download as TXT, HTML, or PDF. Use the swap button to quickly convert in the opposite direction.

Key Features

Visual WYSIWYG Editor

Create formatted content visually with our Quill-powered editor. Bold, italic, headings, lists, links, and more - all without writing a single HTML tag.

Real-Time Conversion

See results instantly as you type or paste. No clicking "Convert" buttons - the output updates live with every keystroke for maximum efficiency.

Bidirectional Swap

Switch between HTML-to-Text and Text-to-HTML modes instantly. Your content transfers between modes so you can convert in either direction.

Privacy First

All processing happens locally in your browser. Your HTML and text never leave your device - we don't store, log, or transmit anything.

Customizable Output

Control line breaks, link URL display, and output compactness. Fine-tune the conversion to match your exact requirements.

File Upload Support

Upload HTML files directly or drag-and-drop. Supports .html, .htm, .txt, and other text formats up to 10MB in size.

Common Use Cases

Content Migration: Moving content between CMS platforms that use different formats. Strip HTML from WordPress posts for plain text newsletters or documentation.
Email Processing: Extract readable text from HTML emails for archiving, searching, or accessibility purposes.
Web Scraping Cleanup: Clean scraped web content by removing HTML markup while preserving the actual information.
SEO & Marketing: Create clean meta descriptions from HTML content, or generate HTML from plain text for formatted email campaigns.
Documentation: Convert HTML documentation to plain text for README files, or format plain text instructions as HTML for web publishing.
Accessibility: Create plain text versions of HTML content for screen readers or text-only environments.

Visual Editor Features

Text Formatting

Bold, italic, underline, and strikethrough. Highlight important text or add emphasis with a click.

Headings & Structure

Six heading levels (H1-H6) plus blockquotes and code blocks for well-structured documents.

Lists & Alignment

Bulleted and numbered lists, plus text alignment options for professional layouts.

Links & Media

Insert hyperlinks with custom text. Perfect for creating clickable content ready for the web.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert HTML to plain text?

Simply paste your HTML code in the input area and the tool will automatically strip all HTML tags, leaving you with clean plain text. The conversion happens in real-time as you type or paste. You can customize the output using the options to preserve line breaks or show link URLs.

Can I create HTML from plain text?

Yes! Click the swap button or select "Text to HTML" mode. You'll see a visual WYSIWYG editor where you can type and format your text using the toolbar (bold, italic, headings, lists, links). The HTML code is automatically generated in the output panel as you format your content.

Is the visual editor really free?

Absolutely! We use Quill.js, a completely free and open-source rich text editor. There are no API keys required, no subscriptions, no accounts to create, and no hidden fees. Everything runs locally in your browser at no cost.

Is my data secure?

Yes, completely. All processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your HTML and text content never leaves your device - we don't transmit, store, log, or have any access to what you paste into the tool. Your privacy is 100% protected.

What HTML elements are supported?

The tool handles virtually all standard HTML elements including: headings (h1-h6), paragraphs (p), divs, spans, lists (ul, ol, li), links (a), bold/strong, italic/em, underline, blockquotes, code/pre blocks, images (alt text), tables, forms, and more. Nested and complex HTML structures are handled correctly.

Can I upload HTML files?

Yes! Click the upload button or drag-and-drop your file directly onto the input area. We support .html, .htm, .txt, .md, and other text-based file formats. The maximum file size is 10MB. The file contents will be loaded and converted automatically.

How do I use the swap feature?

Click the swap button (arrows icon) between the mode buttons to switch conversion direction. Your current output becomes the new input, allowing you to convert back and forth. You can also use Ctrl+M as a keyboard shortcut for quick swapping.

What export formats are available?

You can export your converted content as: Plain Text (.txt), HTML (.html), or PDF (via print dialog). Click the Export button to choose your preferred format. You can also simply copy the output to your clipboard with one click.