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Free online PMD to HTML converter

Convert legacy PageMaker PMD publications to browser-readable HTML.

Convert PMD to HTML online - free

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Conversion statistics: PMD to HTML

PMD files are most often converted to PDF 47% DOC 26% JPG 10% DOCX 8%

Updated November 13, 2026, from conversions on 101convert.com

How to convert pmd to html file

Convert a PageMaker publication to HTML when a website or browser-based workflow needs its text and images in a web page. HTML can be viewed without PageMaker, but it may not retain the publication’s print layout.

What the PMD format is

For documents, PMD is the native publication format of Adobe PageMaker, a discontinued desktop publishing program used to create items such as brochures, newsletters, and books. PMD files can contain page layouts, text, and references to linked images; opening or editing them may require PageMaker or compatible software.

What the HTML format is

HTML is the markup format used to structure web pages. Browsers display HTML, and code editors or web-authoring tools can edit it. Unlike a fixed print page, HTML content reflows to fit different screen sizes.

How to convert PMD to HTML

  1. Open the PMD-to-HTML converter on 101convert.com and add your file. You can add several files for batch conversion; the per-file size limit is shown on the page.
  2. Start the conversion and download the resulting HTML file.

The conversion is free to use and does not require software installation. If you can open the publication in a PageMaker version with HTML export, use File → Export → HTML and inspect the exported page in a browser.

Quality and compatibility

Conversion can change pagination, typography, spacing, and object positioning because HTML does not preserve fixed print pages. Check that text order and images are correct; linked images or unavailable fonts may not appear as expected. For an exact print-layout copy, HTML is generally unsuitable.

PMD vs HTML: format comparison

How the PMD and HTML formats compare on the properties that matter most for this conversion.

Comparison of the PMD and HTML file formats
Property .PMD PageMaker Document .HTML HyperText Markup Language
Open standard No Yes
Compression — Uncompressed
Typical file size Large Small
Opens in a web browser No Yes, natively
Further editing Limited Easy
Metadata support Basic Basic
Plain-text readable No Yes
Best used for Publishing Web publishing
Introduced 2001 1993
Developer Adobe Systems W3C / WHATWG
MIME type — text/html

Information about file extensions and file types is provided by File-Extensions.org

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Frequently asked questions

Is the PMD to HTML converter free?

Yes, converting PMD to HTML 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 PMD file be?

You can upload PMD files up to 10 MB and convert up to 3 files at once in a single batch. With a paid plan the limit is up to 1000 MB per file and 20 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 PMD to HTML?

No. The PMD to HTML 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 PMD file for this PMD to HTML 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.

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