Is HTML Formatter completely free?

Yes, 100% free with unlimited formatting, no hidden fees, and no registration or login required.

Can I format minified HTML?

Yes. The formatter automatically detects minified code and beautifies it with proper indentation and line breaks for readability.

What's the maximum file size I can format?

You can format HTML files up to 1MB in size. For larger files, process them in sections.

Does HTML Formatter work offline?

No, this tool requires an active internet connection. However, all processing happens in your browser—your code never touches our servers.

Is my HTML code kept private?

Yes, completely private. All formatting happens in your browser with zero server-side storage. Your code is never logged, saved, or shared.

Can I minify HTML with this tool?

Yes. Toggle the 'Minify' option in the toolbar to remove all unnecessary characters, whitespace, and newlines, reducing file size by 10-25%.

What indentation options are available?

Choose between 2-space, 4-space, or 8-space indentation. Tabs are also supported if you select 'Tab' from the indent dropdown.

Does this work on mobile devices?

Yes, fully responsive. Works on iPhone, Android, iPad, and all tablets. Touch-friendly buttons and mobile-optimized interface included.

Can I format broken or invalid HTML?

Yes. The formatter attempts to repair common HTML errors and improves code structure even with invalid or incomplete markup.

What happens to special characters and encoding?

Special characters and UTF-8 encoding are preserved. The formatter maintains HTML entities, Unicode, and character encoding throughout the process.

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HTML Formatter — minifier

Format and beautify HTML code online. Indent, clean, and minify HTML instantly.

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How to use HTML Formatter

Paste Your HTML Code

Click the large text area labeled 'Paste your HTML here' and paste your unformatted HTML code. You can paste up to 1MB of code at once.

Select Formatting Options

Choose your preferences from the toolbar: select indent size (2, 4, or 8 spaces), toggle between minify mode or beautify mode, and select line ending style (LF, CRLF, or CR).

Click Format Button

Press the blue 'Format HTML' button to instantly process your code with proper indentation, cleaned syntax, and organized structure.

Copy Formatted Output

Click the 'Copy to Clipboard' button below the output window to copy your formatted HTML. The button shows a checkmark when copying succeeds.

Download or Share

Optionally click 'Download as HTML' to save the file, or click 'Share' to get a shareable link with your formatted code preserved.

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