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Word to Markdown
Convert Word (.docx) files to clean Markdown — entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded.
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Google Doc? File → Download → Microsoft Word (.docx)
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Upload
Drag in a .docx file, or click to choose one.
Convert
It converts in your browser — no server, no waiting.
Copy or save
Copy the Markdown, or download a .md file.
What gets converted
| Word element | Markdown output |
|---|---|
| Headings | # Heading |
| Bold & italic | **bold** *italic* |
| Ordered & nested lists | 1. item · - item |
| Tables | | a | b | |
| Links | [text](url) |
| Code | `code` |
| Images |  |
| Strikethrough | ~~text~~ |
Prefer the command line?
Word to Markdown is free and open source. Run it as a command-line tool for scripted or batch conversions — the same converter, no browser needed.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert a Word document to Markdown?
Drag a .docx file onto the page (or click to browse). Word to Markdown converts it in your browser and shows the Markdown instantly — copy it or download a .md file.
Is Word to Markdown free?
Yes. It is completely free and open source — no sign-up, no file limits, and no ads.
Are my documents uploaded to a server?
No. Conversion happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your files never leave your device and are never uploaded, stored, or logged.
How do I convert a Google Doc to Markdown?
In Google Docs, choose File → Download → Microsoft Word (.docx), then drop that .docx into Word to Markdown.
Can I convert a .doc file to Markdown?
Word to Markdown reads modern .docx files. If you have an older .doc file, open it in Word and save it as .docx (File → Save As → Word Document .docx), then drop that .docx in.
What formatting is preserved?
Headings, bold and italic text, ordered and nested lists, tables, links, and code are converted to clean, GitHub-flavored Markdown.
How is this different from Pandoc?
Pandoc is a powerful command-line converter, but it has to be installed and configured first. Word to Markdown runs instantly in your browser with nothing to install — just drop in a .docx. For scripted or batch jobs, a command-line version is available too.
Can I use this to prepare documents for ChatGPT, Claude, or other AI tools?
Yes. Markdown is a clean, token-efficient format for large language models and RAG pipelines. Converting a Word document to Markdown first gives AI tools well-structured text — headings, lists, and tables — without the noise of binary .docx formatting.