Word to HTML Converter — Free Online, Self-Contained Output
Convert Word .docx files to clean, semantic HTML — with all embedded images preserved as base64 data URIs, so the output is a single portable .html file with no external dependencies. The converter reads font colours, sizes, bold/italic, tables, lists, and hyperlinks directly from the Word XML and applies them as inline CSS styles, producing HTML that looks like your document and works in any browser, CMS, or email client.
- Single self-contained .html file — images embedded as base64, no external files needed
- Font colours, tables, bold/italic, lists, and links all preserved
- Clean semantic markup — works in any CMS, website builder, or email client
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this tool actually do?
It converts a Word .docx file into a clean, semantic HTML document. Headings, paragraphs, bold/italic text, lists, tables, links, and images are all preserved. The output is a single self-contained .html file — no ZIP, no external image files.
Are the images from my Word document preserved?
Yes. Every image embedded in your .docx is converted to a base64 data URI and included inline in the HTML. The output file is fully self-contained — open it in any browser or share it as a single file.
Are font colours and sizes preserved?
Yes. The converter reads the actual font colour, size, bold, italic, and underline properties from the Word document's XML and applies them as inline CSS styles in the HTML output. Table cell background colours and paragraph shading are also preserved.
Are tables preserved in the HTML output?
Yes. Word tables are converted to HTML <table> elements with cell content and background colours preserved. The output uses clean border and padding CSS so the table renders correctly in any browser.
Is this tool free?
Yes — completely free. No account, no sign-up, no usage limits.
Are my files stored on your servers?
No. Your file is processed in memory and immediately discarded after conversion. Nothing is saved or logged. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
What Word features are supported?
Headings (H1–H6), paragraphs, bold and italic text, ordered and unordered lists, tables, hyperlinks, and embedded images are all converted. Complex formatting such as tracked changes, comments, footnotes, and custom styles may not translate perfectly — the tool focuses on clean, readable content structure.
Can I use the HTML output in a CMS or website builder?
Yes. The HTML output uses clean semantic markup (<h1>, <p>, <table>, etc.) that works in any CMS, website builder, or email client. You may want to strip the <style> block if your platform already provides its own styles.
What is a self-contained HTML file?
A self-contained HTML file includes everything — text, styles, and images — inside a single .html file. Images are stored as base64 data URIs rather than as separate files, so you can share, email, or open the file anywhere without needing an internet connection or a companion images folder.
Can I convert .doc (older Word format) files?
No, only the modern .docx format (Office Open XML) is supported. To convert a .doc file, first open it in Microsoft Word or LibreOffice Writer and save it as .docx, then upload it here.
Can I use this commercially?
Yes. Word to HTML Converter is free for personal and commercial use. No attribution required. If it saves you time, consider buying us a coffee!
I also need to convert HTML back to Word. Is there a tool for that?
Yes! Check out HTML to Docx Magic — our companion tool that converts HTML documents to .docx files, with Mermaid and SVG diagrams properly rendered and embedded.