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HTML Formatter & Validator

Format, validate, and beautify your HTML code

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How to Minify HTML - Complete Guide

Step 1

Input Your HTML Code

Get your HTML code ready for minification:

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Paste directly: Copy your HTML from your project or website and paste it into the minifier
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Upload a file: Click "Upload" to select an .html or .htm file from your computer
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Try sample HTML: Click "Sample" to load example HTML and see minification results

Example: Unminified HTML (Before)

Typical HTML with whitespace and formatting:

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html lang="en">
  <head>
    <meta charset="UTF-8">
    <title>My Website</title>
  </head>
  <body>
    <div class="container">
      <h1>Welcome</h1>
      <p>This is my website.</p>
    </div>
  </body>
</html>

File size: ~220 bytes

Step 2

Click Minify Button

The minifier will compress your HTML by removing unnecessary whitespace:

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Remove Whitespace: Eliminates unnecessary spaces, tabs, and line breaks between tags
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Compress Code: Reduces file size while preserving HTML structure and functionality
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Instant Results: See minified output and file size reduction immediately
Step 3

Get Minified HTML

Download or copy your compressed HTML for production use:

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Copy to Clipboard: One-click copying for immediate use
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Download File: Save minified HTML as a file
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Compare Sizes: See how much file size you saved

Example: Minified HTML (After)

Same HTML, compressed for production:

<!DOCTYPE html><html lang="en"><head><meta charset="UTF-8"><title>My Website</title></head><body><div class="container"><h1>Welcome</h1><p>This is my website.</p></div></body></html>

File size: ~160 bytes • 27% smaller!

Frequently Asked Questions

Will minifying HTML break my website?

No, HTML minification is safe and only removes unnecessary whitespace, line breaks, and spaces between tags. The HTML structure, functionality, and rendering remain exactly the same. The minified HTML produces identical output in the browser.

How much file size can I save by minifying HTML?

Typically, HTML minification reduces file size by 20-30%. The exact reduction depends on your HTML's formatting. Well-formatted HTML with lots of indentation and line breaks will see greater compression. For large files, this can result in significant bandwidth savings.

Should I minify HTML for production websites?

Yes, absolutely! Minifying HTML is a best practice for production websites. It reduces file sizes, improves page load times, and enhances overall website performance. This directly impacts user experience, SEO rankings, and Core Web Vitals scores. You can use HTML formatter for development.

Can I reverse minified HTML back to formatted HTML?

Yes! You can use an HTML formatter or beautifier to add back indentation and line breaks. However, always keep a copy of your original formatted HTML for development and maintenance purposes.

Is this HTML minifier free to use?

Yes, completely free with no file size limits, no registration required, and unlimited usage. All minification features are available at no cost for personal and commercial projects.