Inkwell — Online Markdown Reader & Editor
A free, local-first Markdown reader and editor for the browser.
Inkwell lets you open .md, .markdown and .txt files, preview
GitHub-flavored Markdown with syntax-highlighted code, edit in split view, and export to HTML — all without an
account, upload, or tracker. JavaScript is required to use the app.
Features
- Read, split, and edit modes for Markdown documents
- GitHub-flavored Markdown: tables, task lists, footnotes, autolinks
- Syntax-highlighted fenced code blocks
- Auto table of contents, reading progress, word count
- Find in document, multiple themes, editorial typography controls
- Export to HTML, Markdown, or a JSON archive of your library
- Local-first storage — your files never leave your device
Frequently asked
What file types can I open?
Inkwell opens .md, .markdown and .txt files via drag-and-drop or file picker.
Are my documents private?
Yes. Files stay in your browser's local storage on this device. Nothing is sent to a server.
Can I use it offline?
Yes — once loaded, Inkwell continues to work without a network connection.
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