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HTML to Text

Use this free online HTML to Text to strip HTML tags and keep only readable text. It works instantly in your browser, and your data never leaves your device.

About the HTML to Text

This tool removes every tag, script and style block from HTML and keeps the readable text with sensible line breaks. Useful for word counts, plain text emails and content audits.

Also known as: strip html tags, remove html tags.

How to use the HTML to Text

  1. Paste your input into the box above, upload a file, or click Sample to try an example.
  2. Pick any options you need. The HTML to Text processes your input instantly as you type.
  3. Click Copy to copy the output or Download to save it as a file.

Features

  • Free with no signup and no daily limits
  • Private: runs entirely in your browser
  • Works on mobile, tablet and desktop
  • Upload files and download results
  • Live results as you type, with clear error messages
  • Clean, fast interface with no popups

Frequently asked questions

Is the HTML to Text free to use?

Yes. The HTML to Text is completely free with no signup, no limits on normal use and no watermark.

Is my data safe?

Yes. Everything is processed by JavaScript inside your own browser. Your text is never uploaded to our server or stored anywhere.

Can I choose the indentation?

Yes. Pick 2 spaces, 4 spaces or tabs from the options, and the output updates instantly.

Does it work offline and on mobile?

Once the page has loaded, the tool runs in your browser and works on phones, tablets and desktops.

What else is this tool called?

People also search for it as strip html tags, remove html tags. It is the same free tool.