HTML Minifier: Compress HTML to Boost Page Speed

Instantly reduce your HTML file size by removing unnecessary whitespace, comments, and code. Our free HTML compression tool helps improve website loading speed, enhance user experience, and boost search engine rankings - all without sending your code to any server.

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How to Use HTML Minifier

  1. Paste your HTML code into the Input HTML area.
  2. Select the minification options you want to apply:
    • Remove Comments - Eliminates HTML comments from the output
    • Collapse Whitespace - Removes unnecessary spaces, tabs, and line breaks
    • Collapse Boolean Attributes - Shortens attributes like disabled="disabled" to just disabled
    • Remove Attribute Quotes - Removes quotes around attribute values when possible
    • Remove Redundant Attributes - Removes default attributes that browsers apply anyway
  3. Click the Minify HTML button to process your code.
  4. The minified HTML will appear in the Output area.
  5. Use the Copy to Clipboard button to copy the result.
  6. Click Clear to reset both input and output fields.

HTML Minifier FAQ

What is HTML minification?

HTML minification is the process of removing unnecessary characters from HTML code without changing its functionality. This includes removing comments, whitespace, optional tags, and shortening code where possible. The result is smaller file sizes that load faster on websites.

Why should I minify my HTML?

Minifying HTML reduces file size, which leads to faster page loading times, reduced bandwidth usage, and improved website performance. This can positively impact user experience, SEO rankings, and conversion rates, especially for mobile users or those with slower internet connections.

Is it safe to remove attribute quotes or optional tags?

Generally, yes, for modern HTML5 documents. Browsers are designed to handle unquoted attributes (if they don't contain spaces or special characters) and infer optional tags. However, be cautious if your HTML needs to be strictly XML-compliant (like XHTML) or if you rely on specific structures that might be affected.

Will minification affect my website's functionality?

When done correctly, HTML minification should not affect your website's functionality. Our tool preserves the semantic structure of your HTML while removing only unnecessary characters. However, it's always a good practice to test your minified HTML thoroughly before deploying it to production.

Is my HTML code secure when using this tool?

Yes, all processing happens directly in your browser. Your HTML code is never sent to our servers, making this tool inherently secure and private. We have no access to the content you minify.

Benefits of HTML Minification

Faster Page Loading

Smaller file sizes mean faster downloads and rendering, improving user experience and reducing bounce rates.

Better SEO Performance

Page speed is a ranking factor for search engines. Faster pages can lead to better search engine rankings.

Improved Mobile Experience

Mobile users with limited bandwidth benefit significantly from smaller HTML files, leading to better mobile usability.

Reduced Bandwidth Usage

Smaller files mean less bandwidth consumption, which can reduce hosting costs and environmental impact.

HTML Minification Best Practices

  • Always backup your original HTML before implementing minified versions.
  • Test thoroughly after minification to ensure functionality remains intact.
  • Consider using build tools like Gulp, Webpack, or Grunt for automated minification in your workflow.
  • Combine HTML minification with CSS and JavaScript minification for maximum performance benefits.
  • Use server-side compression (GZIP/Brotli) alongside minification for even smaller file sizes.