Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Download Your WordPress Blog Archive in Markdown Format

If you’re a blogger or have a WordPress website, keeping a backup of your content is crucial. WordPress allows you to export your blog content, including posts, pages, and comments. In this article, we’ll guide you on how to download your WordPress blog archive in markdown format.

Step 1: Access WordPress Export Tool

First, you need to access your WordPress dashboard. Login to your WordPress account and click on the ‘Tools’ option in the left menu. From the dropdown, select ‘Export’.

Step 2: Select the Content You Want to Export

On the ‘Export’ page, you’ll see three options. ‘All content’ will export all your posts, pages, and comments. ‘Posts’ will export only your blog posts, while ‘Pages’ exports only pages. Select the option that fits your need.

Step 3: Choose Export File Type

After choosing the content, select the export file type. The default option is ‘WordPress eXtended RSS (WXR)’. You need to switch from this option to ‘Markdown’. For this, you’ll need a WordPress plugin named ‘WordPress Exporter’. Install and activate this free plugin from the WordPress plugin repository.

Step 4: Export Your Content

After activating the WordPress Exporter plugin, return to the ‘Export’ page. Select the content and then click on the ‘Download Export File’ button. The downloaded file will be in markdown format.

Step 5: Verify the Downloaded File

Finally, verify the markdown file by opening it in a text editor. Check for any formatting issues, missing images, or broken links. You can also use this file to import your content into another platform or WordPress website that supports markdown format.

Congratulations! You’ve successfully downloaded your WordPress blog archive in markdown format, ensuring a safe backup of your precious content. Remember to repeat this process periodically to keep your content safe, and make sure to store backups on multiple locations to minimize the risk of data loss.