Markdown
Markdown to BBCode
Convert Markdown to BBCode for forums.
How it works
- 1Paste your Markdown.
- 2It is converted to BBCode tags.
- 3Paste the result into a forum.
Use cases
- Post Markdown notes to a forum.
- Reuse content as BBCode.
- Format a forum post.
Frequently asked questions
What converts?
Bold, italic, inline/blocks of code, links, images, headings (as bold), and bullet lists.
Which forums use BBCode?
Many classic forum platforms (phpBB, vBulletin, and similar).
Is it private?
Yes. The conversion runs entirely in your browser; nothing is uploaded.
Read the guide
How to convert Markdown to BBCode
Post formatted text to forums that use BBCode by converting your Markdown first — the tag-based syntax, and why drafting in Markdown is still easier.
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