How do I convert reST to Markdown?

Drop your reST file onto the converter above, make sure Markdown is selected, and click Convert. When it's done, download the Markdown file — it usually takes a few seconds.

Is it safe to convert reST to Markdown here?

Yes. reST to Markdown conversion happens entirely inside your browser using WebAssembly, so your file is never uploaded to any server.

Is the reST to Markdown converter free?

Yes — free with no watermark. Signed-out visitors can convert 25 files a day, and a free account raises that to 250.

Will converting reST to Markdown reduce quality?

No — Markdown preserves the content of your reST file as faithfully as the format allows.

Can I convert multiple reST files at once?

Yes. Add up to 5 files at a time without an account, 10 with a free account and up to 500 on paid plans, then download them individually or as a single ZIP.

Can I convert Markdown back to reST?

Yes — use our Markdown to reST converter. Note that converting back and forth between formats can't recover detail lost to lossy compression.

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Add your reST files
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Choose Markdown
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Convert
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Download your Markdown
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reST vs Markdown

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reST · reStructuredText

reStructuredText is the markup language behind Python's documentation and the Sphinx docs generator.

Type: Document
Extension: .rst
MIME: text/x-rst
Best for: Python and Sphinx documentation

Plain-text markup

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Markdown · Markdown

Markdown is a lightweight plain-text syntax for headings, lists and links that's used across GitHub, docs sites and note apps.

Type: Document
Extension: .md .markdown
MIME: text/markdown
Best for: READMEs, documentation and notes

Plain-text markupOpen standard

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reST to Markdown: frequently asked questions

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