HTML Minifier
Minify and compress HTML code by removing unnecessary whitespace, comments, and more. Great for reducing file size.
How to Minify HTML
Step 1: Paste Your HTML
Enter or paste your HTML code. Click "Sample" to see an example of formatted HTML.
Step 2: Click Minify HTML
The tool removes comments, collapses whitespace, and optimizes the code for size reduction.
Step 3: Review Size Reduction
Check the statistics showing original size, minified size, bytes saved, and reduction percentage.
Step 4: Copy Minified Code
Click "Copy Output" to copy the minified HTML to your clipboard.
Step 5: Deploy to Production
Use the minified version in your production environment for faster loading.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does HTML minification do?
Minification removes unnecessary characters (comments, whitespace) without changing functionality, reducing file size.
How much size reduction can I expect?
Typically 15-30% reduction depending on code style. Highly commented code can reduce by 40%+.
Does minification affect performance?
No, minified code runs at the same speed. However, smaller files transfer faster over networks.
What gets removed during minification?
Comments, unnecessary whitespace, line breaks, and extra spaces between tags are removed.
Should I minify for production?
Yes, always minify for production. Keep a formatted version for development and debugging.
Can I still read minified HTML?
Minified HTML is hard to read. Keep your formatted version for editing and use minified for production only.
Does it remove semantic HTML?
No, HTML tags and structure are preserved. Only optional whitespace and comments are removed.
Is minification required?
For large sites, it's recommended. Most build tools (Webpack, Gulp) minify automatically.
Can minification break my HTML?
If your HTML is valid, minification won't break it. Invalid HTML may have issues.
Is my code private?
Yes, all minification happens in your browser. Your code is never sent to any server.
About HTML Minification
HTML minification is essential for web performance optimization:
- Reduced Bandwidth: Smaller files use less bandwidth
- Faster Load Times: Quicker downloads improve user experience
- Better SEO: Faster sites rank higher in search engines
- Improved Performance: Reduces server load and bandwidth costs
- Mobile Friendly: Critical for users on slow connections
- Cost Reduction: Less bandwidth usage saves hosting costs
- Best Practice: Standard in production web development
- Easy Automation: Build tools can minify automatically