Markdown to BBCode

Convert Markdown to BBCode for forum posts. Supports bold, italic, links, code, quotes, and lists.

Input — Markdown
Output — BBCode
BBCode output will appear here...

How to Convert Markdown to BBCode

  1. 1
    Paste your Markdown

    Enter or paste your Markdown-formatted text into the input panel.

  2. 2
    Get BBCode output

    The tool converts headings, bold, italic, links, code blocks, quotes, and lists into BBCode syntax in real time.

  3. 3
    Copy and paste to your forum

    Click Copy to grab the BBCode, then paste it directly into your forum post editor.

Why Use Our Markdown to BBCode Converter

  • Converts all common Markdown syntax to the equivalent BBCode tags
  • Supports headings, bold, italic, strikethrough, links, images, and code blocks
  • Handles ordered and unordered lists with proper [list] and [*] tags
  • Blockquotes are converted to [quote] tags for forum-style quoting
  • Runs entirely in your browser — your content stays private
  • Works with phpBB, vBulletin, XenForo, Discourse, and other forum platforms

Common Use Cases

Forum Posts

Write your content in Markdown and convert it for posting on any BBCode-powered forum.

Gaming Communities

Format guides, build lists, and patch notes in Markdown, then share on game forums.

Cross-Platform Publishing

Maintain content in Markdown and export to BBCode when needed for legacy platforms.

Community Management

Draft announcements and rules in Markdown, then convert for forum pinned posts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about converting Markdown to BBCode.