HTML to Text Converter
Paste HTML and extract readable plain text locally in the browser.
Plain text
How to use this tool
Enter the required values in the labeled fields. Results update in your browser and are announced for assistive technologies. Use realistic measurements and verify important outcomes before acting on them.
Formula or logic
The browser DOM parser removes script and style content, optionally preserves links and compacts whitespace.
Example calculation
Example: <p>Hello <strong>world</strong></p> becomes Hello world.
Frequently asked questions
Are scripts removed?
Yes. Script and style elements are removed before text extraction.
Can links be preserved?
Yes. Link URLs can be included in the output text.
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