Start typing Markdown on the left to see the live preview here.
What is a Markdown Editor & Preview?
This online Markdown editor lets you write in Markdown syntax on the left and see the rendered HTML preview on the right in real time. Unlike AI tools that hallucinate HTML output or fail to render complex tables and code blocks correctly, our editor uses the battle-tested marked.js library with GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) support for 100% accurate rendering every time.
How It Works
Type or paste Markdown text in the left panel. The right panel instantly renders the formatted output as HTML. Use the toolbar buttons to insert formatting, or write raw Markdown directly. When you are satisfied, copy the HTML, download as a .md file, or download the rendered HTML output. Everything runs in your browser — nothing is uploaded to any server.
Features
- Live Preview — See your rendered Markdown update as you type
- GitHub Flavored Markdown — Tables, task lists, strikethrough, code blocks with syntax highlighting
- Formatting Toolbar — Quick buttons for bold, italic, headings, lists, code, links, and more
- Copy HTML — One-click copy of clean, semantic HTML output
- Export Options — Download as .md (source) or .html (rendered) file
- Word & Character Count — Real-time statistics including reading time
- Fullscreen Mode — Focus on your writing without distractions
- Sample Content — Pre-loaded examples to get started quickly
- GFM Task Lists — Interactive checkboxes in preview
- Code Syntax Highlighting — Language-aware code block rendering
Why Use This Tool Instead of AI?
- No Hallucinations — AI often generates incorrect HTML or invents formatting that doesn't exist. Our tool uses a deterministic parser for perfect accuracy.
- Real-Time Preview — AI chatbots cannot provide live, interactive rendering as you type.
- Zero Server Calls — All processing happens in your browser. Your content stays private and works offline after the first load.
- Copy-Ready HTML — Get clean, semantic HTML suitable for CMS, blogs, documentation, and email templates.
- No Signup, No Limits — Free forever, no account needed, no daily usage caps.
Common Use Cases
- Drafting README files for GitHub repositories
- Writing blog posts and converting to CMS-ready HTML
- Creating documentation for developer projects
- Formatting notes, newsletters, and technical reports
- Previewing GitHub Flavored Markdown before committing
Markdown Syntax Examples
Basic Formatting
**bold text***italic text*[title](https://example.com)`inline code`Extended GFM
| A | B |- [x] done / - [ ] todo~~deleted~~[^1] at endFrequently Asked Questions
Is this markdown editor free?
Yes, completely free. No signup, no usage limits, no hidden paid features. Every feature including syntax highlighting, HTML copy, and file downloads is available to everyone.
What Markdown flavor is supported?
GitHub Flavored Markdown (GFM) via the marked.js library — including tables, task lists, strikethrough, autolinks, fenced code blocks with syntax highlighting, and more. It matches what you see on GitHub, GitLab, and most modern platforms.
How do I copy the HTML output?
Click the "Copy HTML" button at the bottom of the editor. The rendered HTML is copied to your clipboard, ready to paste into a CMS, blog editor, email template, or documentation system.
Is my content uploaded to a server?
No. Everything runs entirely in your browser. Your text never leaves your device. The marked.js library processes everything locally. You can even use this tool offline after the first page load.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. On smaller screens, the editor and preview stack vertically. The toolbar adapts to fit, and all buttons have proper touch targets. You can write, preview, and copy HTML from any device.
How is this different from an AI chatbot?
AI chatbots generate text but cannot provide live, interactive HTML preview as you type. They also frequently hallucinate incorrect HTML output, fail on complex tables, and require server calls (meaning your data leaves your device). Our editor is deterministic, private, and instant.