HTML to Text Converter
Strip HTML tags and extract plain text for word counts, previews, and content audits.
About this tool
Stripping HTML reveals the actual readable content search engines and accessibility tools see. Useful for word counts, plagiarism checks, and previewing email text versions.
How to use the HTML to Text Converter
- 1
Paste HTML code or rich text markup.
- 2
View the extracted plain text and character counts.
- 3
Copy clean text for analysis or repurposing.
When to strip HTML
Compare rendered text length to HTML source length — bloated markup with little text may signal thin content.
Plain text exports feed NLP tools, summarizers, and keyword analyzers that reject HTML.
Pro tips
- Hidden CSS content still appears in HTML — remove display:none blocks before auditing.
- Pair with word counter and keyword density for content audits.
Social Media Specs & Character Limits
Optimal text formatting, length guidelines, and parameters for all major platforms:
| Platform | Max Length | Ideal Length | Hashtag Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instagram Feed & Reels | 2,200 chars | 125 - 150 chars | 3 - 5 tags (Recomm.) |
| TikTok Posts | 4,000 chars | 100 - 200 chars | 3 - 5 tags (Ideal) |
| YouTube Description | 5,000 chars | 1,500 chars (SEO) | 3 - 10 tags |
| X / Twitter Post | 280 chars | 100 - 140 chars | 1 - 2 tags |
| LinkedIn Articles & Posts | 3,000 chars | 500 - 1,000 chars | 3 - 5 tags |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this preserve formatting?▼
No — it strips all HTML tags and returns plain text only.
Is my HTML sent to a server?▼
No. Conversion runs entirely in your browser.