ConvertWhat happens when you convert Word to Markdown
- Headings, paragraphs, bold and italic text, lists, tables, links and images carry over.
- Fonts, colors, page layout, headers, footers and comments aren't copied: the new file uses clean, standard styling.
- Markdown keeps headings, emphasis, links, lists and tables (GitHub style); images are embedded in the file.
DOCX vs Markdown
| Feature | DOCX | Markdown |
|---|---|---|
| Formatting | Yes | Yes |
| Images | Yes | Yes |
| Opens in | Word, Google Docs, Pages, LibreOffice | Obsidian, VS Code, GitHub, Notion |
| Best for | Documents you keep editing | READMEs, docs |
How to convert Word to Markdown
- Drop your Word files on the box above, or click it to choose files. You can add many at once.
- Adjust the options if you want. The defaults work well for most files.
- Click Download for each Markdown file, or "Download all" to get a ZIP.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to convert my files here?
Yes. Conversion happens entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to a server, so nobody else can see them.
Is it free? Are there limits?
It's completely free, with no sign-up, watermarks or daily limits. The only limit is your device's memory for very large files.
Can I convert many Word files at once?
Yes. Drop as many files as you like; they're converted one after another and you can download them all as a ZIP.
Will my formatting be kept?
The structure is: headings, bold, italic, lists, tables, links and images. Exact fonts, colors and page layout aren't, so the result looks clean and standard rather than identical.