Free online CFM to HTM converter
How to convert dynamic ColdFusion CFM files to static HTM web pages using browsers or tools.
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Understanding cfm and htm file formats
CFM files are web pages created using ColdFusion Markup Language (CFML), a scripting language used for building dynamic web applications. These files are processed on the server side and can include dynamic content, database queries, and logic.
HTM files are standard HTML web pages. They contain static markup that browsers can render directly, without any server-side processing. The .htm extension is functionally identical to .html and is commonly used for compatibility reasons.
Why convert cfm to htm?
Converting CFM to HTM is useful when you want to create a static version of a dynamic ColdFusion page. This is often done for archiving, sharing, or hosting on servers that do not support ColdFusion.
How to convert cfm to htm
Since CFM files may contain server-side code, the best way to convert them is to render the page in a browser and save the output as a static HTML file. This process removes all dynamic scripting and leaves only the static content.
Recommended software for conversion
- Web browser (manual method): Open the .cfm file on a ColdFusion-enabled server, then use File → Save Page As and select Web Page, HTML only to save as .htm.
- HTTrack Website Copier: This tool can crawl a ColdFusion-powered website and save all pages as static .htm files.
- Wget (command-line): Use
wget --convert-links -r http://your-coldfusion-site/page.cfmto download and convert pages to .htm.
Important considerations
- Dynamic features (forms, database queries, etc.) will not work in the static .htm file.
- Ensure you have access to a ColdFusion server to render the .cfm file before saving as .htm.
- Check the saved .htm file for completeness and correct rendering.
Note: This cfm to htm conversion record is incomplete, must be verified, and may contain inaccuracies. Please vote below whether you found this information helpful or not.
CFM vs HTM: format comparison
How the CFM and HTM formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.
| Property | .CFM ColdFusion Markup Language file | .HTM HyperText Markup Language |
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| Opens in a web browser | No | Yes, natively |
| Plain-text readable | Yes | Yes |
| Text formatting | Basic | Extensive |
| Images | No | Yes |
| Interactive elements | Yes | Yes |
| Further editing | Easy | Easy |
| Typical file size | Small | Small |
| Open standard | No | Yes |
| Introduced | 1995 | 1991 |
| Developer | Adobe (originally Allaire Corporation) | World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) and the web community |
| MIME type | text/x-cfm | text/html |
Information about file extensions and file types is provided by File-Extensions.org
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Frequently asked questions
Is the CFM to HTM converter free?
Yes, converting CFM to HTM on 101convert.com is completely free. No registration, email address or installation is required. If you need a higher file size limit or want to convert more files at once, see our plans.
How large can my CFM file be?
You can upload CFM files up to 30 MB and convert up to 3 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 2000 MB per file and 10 files at once, see our plans.
What happens to my uploaded files?
Files are processed automatically and deleted from our servers within a few minutes after conversion. We never view or share your files.
Do I need to install any software to convert CFM to HTM?
No. The CFM to HTM conversion runs entirely online in your browser and works on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone.
Did the conversion fail?
In most cases, the cause is an incorrect file format. Please upload a valid CFM file for this CFM to HTM conversion. Occasionally, the issue may be on our side. We analyze recurring conversion failures and disable or fix the converter if we detect a defect.