Local-first by design
MDTranscode converts supported Markdown documents on the Windows computer running the application. Normal conversion does not send your document contents to an MDTranscode conversion server, and you do not need an MDTranscode account to use the desktop converter.
Know when a network request can happen
Markdown may reference images on external websites. Loading these remote images can involve a network connection to fetch the image. Microsoft Store installation and updates, and visiting third-party links, also use network services separate from the document converter.
A safer workflow for sensitive documents
- Store your Markdown and images locally.
- Use local image paths rather than externally hosted image URLs.
- Preview the document and export it to a local folder.
- Review the finished DOCX or PDF, and remove sensitive content from any bug report you share publicly.
See the privacy policy for application and website behavior. The public source can be audited by teams that need to assess their own environment.
Which format should I choose?
Export DOCX when a recipient needs to edit the report. Export PDF when a paginated delivery document is preferable.