Why do emails need a plain text version?

Multipart emails (HTML + plain text) are favored by spam filters because spammers rarely include both versions. Plain text also provides accessibility for screen readers, works in text-only email clients, and serves as a fallback when HTML fails to render.

Does this tool send my HTML anywhere?

No. All conversion happens locally in your browser. Your email HTML is never uploaded to any server.

How should links appear in plain text emails?

Best practice is to show the link text followed by the URL in parentheses: 'Click here (https://example.com)'. This preserves both the context and the clickable URL for recipients.

What is a multipart MIME email?

A multipart MIME email contains both an HTML version and a plain text version of the same message. The email client chooses which version to display based on the recipient's settings. Most modern email platforms automatically generate the plain text version, but the auto-generated version is often poorly formatted.

Will a plain text version improve my deliverability?

Yes. Having a plain text alternative is one of many signals spam filters use to determine legitimacy. It is not a silver bullet, but it contributes positively alongside proper SPF, DKIM, and DMARC authentication.

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HTML to Plain Text Converter

Convert your email HTML into clean plain text for multipart emails. Sending both HTML and plain text versions improves deliverability and accessibility.

Convert your email HTML into clean plain text for multipart emails

Paste HTML

Plain Text Output

What this converter does

Converts headings to uppercase with underlines
Preserves links as "text (url)" format
Converts lists to plain text bullet points
Converts images to [Image: alt text] placeholders
Decodes HTML entities (& to &, etc.)
Removes styles, scripts, and invisible elements
Cleans up whitespace for readable output

Why plain text versions matter

Deliverability: Emails with both HTML and plain text parts are less likely to be flagged as spam
Accessibility: Screen readers and text-only email clients need plain text
Preference: Some recipients prefer or require plain text emails
Fallback: If HTML fails to render, the plain text version ensures your message is readable

About this tool

Every marketing email should include both an HTML and a plain text version. This is called a multipart MIME email. Spam filters favor multipart emails because spammers typically only send HTML. Including a plain text version also helps accessibility, works with text-only email clients, and provides a fallback when HTML rendering fails. This converter handles links, headings, lists, and images intelligently. After generating your plain text, check your email with our email word counter and test your content for spam words. For overall deliverability, run your domain through our SPF checker and DMARC checker.

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