Michael Williamson

<p>Mammoth is designed to convert .docx documents, such as those created by Microsoft Word, Google Docs and LibreOffice, and convert them to HTML. Mammoth aims to produce simple and clean HTML by using semantic information in the document, and ignoring other details. For instance, Mammoth converts any paragraph with the style <code>Heading1</code> to <code>h1</code> elements, rather than attempting to exactly copy the styling (font, text size, colour, etc.) of the heading. This allows you to paste from Word documents without the usual mess.</p>
<p>There’s a large mismatch between the structure used by .docx and the structure of HTML, meaning that the conversion is unlikely to be perfect for more complicated documents. Mammoth works best if you only use styles to semantically mark up your document.</p>
<p>The following features are currently supported:</p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Headings.</p>
</li>
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<p>Lists.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Tables. The formatting of the table itself, such as borders, is currently ignored, but the formatting of the text is treated the same as in the rest of the document.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Footnotes and endnotes.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Images.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Bold, italics, superscript and subscript.</p>
</li>
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<p>Links.</p>
</li>
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<p>Text boxes. The contents of the text box are treated as a separate paragraph that appears after the paragraph containing the text box.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<h4>Embedded style maps</h4>
<p>By default, Mammoth maps some common .docx styles to HTML elements. For instance, a paragraph with the style name <code>Heading 1</code> is converted to a <code>h1</code> element. If you have a document with your own custom styles, you can use an embedded style map to tell Mammoth how those styles should be mapped. For instance, you could convert paragraphs with the style named <code>WarningHeading</code> to <code>h1</code> elements with <code>class="warning"</code> with the style mapping:</p>
<pre><code>p[style-name='WarningHeading'] => h1.warning:fresh
</code></pre>
<p><a href="https://mike.zwobble.org/projects/mammoth/embed-style-map/" rel="nofollow ugc">An online tool</a> can be used to embed style maps into an existing document. Details of <a href="https://github.com/mwilliamson/mammoth.js#writing-style-maps" rel="nofollow ugc">how to write style maps can be found on the mammoth.js documentation</a>.</p>
<p>A style map to be used for all documents can be set by configuring Mammoth (see below).</p>
<h4>Configuration</h4>
<p>Mammoth can be configured by writing a separate plugin. For instance, <a href="https://github.com/mwilliamson/mammoth-wordpress-plugin/tree/master/examples/options-plugin" rel="nofollow ugc">this example plugin</a> adds a custom style map, and uses a document transform to detect paragraphs of monospace text and converts them to paragraphs with the style “Code Block”.</p>
<p>As a WordPress plugin, Mammoth uses the JavaScript library mammoth.js to convert documents. Mammoth will use the JavaScript global <code>MAMMOTH_OPTIONS</code> whenever calling mammoth.js, which allows for some customisation. <code>MAMMOTH_OPTIONS</code> should be defined as a function that returns an options object. This options object will then be passed in as the <code>options</code> argument to <code>convertToHtml</code>. The <a href="https://github.com/mwilliamson/mammoth.js" rel="nofollow ugc">mammoth.js docs</a> describe the various options available.</p>
<p>The global <code>MAMMOTH_OPTIONS</code> will be called with <code>mammoth</code> as the first argument. This can be useful if you need to use a function from mammoth.js, such as <code>mammoth.transforms.getDescendantsOfType</code>.</p>
<h4>FAQs</h4>
<p><a href="https://mike.zwobble.org/projects/mammoth/faqs/" rel="nofollow ugc">Answers to some frequently asked questions about Mammoth</a>.</p>


Mammoth .docx converter

Mammoth converts semantically marked up .docx documents to simple and clean HTML, allowing pasting from Word and Google Docs without the usual mess.

Ankur

Parthiv

<p>SmartDoc to Post Importer is a WordPress plugin designed to make importing Microsoft Word documents (.docx and .doc) into your website seamless and reliable. Whether you’re migrating blog content, uploading documentation, or transferring educational resources, this plugin ensures that the structure and style of your documents remain intact.</p>
<p>The plugin uses advanced XML parsing to interpret the document’s internal structure and convert it into native WordPress content. All formatting—headings, lists, tables, images, and even internal links—is preserved during the import process. Uploaded documents are processed locally on your server, ensuring privacy and compliance with data protection policies.</p>
<p>Users can upload Word files via a drag-and-drop interface in the admin dashboard. The plugin then walks them through an import wizard, allowing them to assign post types, categories, and review a preview of the imported content before publishing.</p>
<p>SmartDoc to Post Importer is ideal for content creators, technical writers, educational institutions, and businesses who want to manage Word-based content directly within WordPress without losing document fidelity.</p>
<h3>Usage</h3>
<ol>
<li>Go to ‘SmartDoc to Post Importer’ in the WordPress admin menu.</li>
<li>Click “Upload Document” and select your .docx or .doc file.</li>
<li>Choose import options such as post type (Post, Page), category, and whether to extract SEO metadata.</li>
<li>Preview the imported content and make any necessary edits.</li>
<li>Click “Import” to add it to your site as a draft.</li>
<li>Review the post in the editor and publish when ready.</li>
</ol>
<h4>Key Features</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>100% Formatting Preservation</strong> – Maintains all text formatting including bold, italic, underline, and colors</li>
<li><strong>Complete Structure Support</strong> – Preserves headings (H1-H6), paragraphs, and document hierarchy</li>
<li><strong>Advanced List Handling</strong> – Converts both bulleted and numbered lists with proper nesting</li>
<li><strong>Link Preservation</strong> – Maintains all hyperlinks with proper URLs and targets</li>
<li><strong>Image Import</strong> – Automatically uploads and embeds images from Word documents</li>
<li><strong>Table Support</strong> – Preserves complex table layouts and formatting</li>
<li><strong>SEO Optimization</strong> – Automatically extracts meta titles and descriptions</li>
<li><strong>Multiple Post Types</strong> – Import as posts, pages, or custom post types</li>
<li><strong>Category Assignment</strong> – Automatically assign imported content to categories</li>
<li><strong>Draft Mode</strong> – All imports start as drafts for review before publishing</li>
</ul>
<h4>Perfect For</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Content Migration</strong> – Moving existing Word documents to WordPress</li>
<li><strong>Blog Content</strong> – Converting Word articles to blog posts</li>
<li><strong>Documentation</strong> – Importing technical documentation and manuals</li>
<li><strong>Educational Content</strong> – Converting course materials and resources</li>
<li><strong>Business Content</strong> – Importing reports, proposals, and presentations</li>
</ul>
<h4>Technical Features</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Advanced XML Parsing</strong> – Processes Word’s internal XML structure for accurate conversion</li>
<li><strong>Media Library Integration</strong> – Automatically uploads images to WordPress media library</li>
<li><strong>SEO Plugin Compatibility</strong> – Works with Yoast SEO, RankMath, and All in One SEO</li>
<li><strong>Security First</strong> – All uploads are validated and sanitized</li>
<li><strong>Performance Optimized</strong> – Efficient processing of large documents</li>
<li><strong>Error Handling</strong> – Comprehensive error reporting and recovery</li>
</ul>
<h4>Supported Formats</h4>
<ul>
<li>Microsoft Word 2007+ (.docx)</li>
<li>Microsoft Word 97-2003 (.doc)</li>
<li>Maximum file size: 10MB</li>
</ul>
<h4>Requirements</h4>
<ul>
<li>WordPress 5.0 or higher</li>
<li>PHP 7.4 or higher</li>
<li>ZipArchive PHP extension</li>
<li>DOMDocument PHP extension</li>
</ul>
<h3>Technical Details</h3>
<h4>System Requirements</h4>
<ul>
<li>WordPress: 5.0+</li>
<li>PHP: 7.4+</li>
<li>Memory: 128MB minimum (256MB recommended)</li>
<li>ZipArchive extension: Required</li>
<li>DOMDocument extension: Required</li>
<li>File uploads: Enabled</li>
<li>Max upload size: 10MB minimum</li>
</ul>
<h4>Supported Elements</h4>
<ul>
<li>Text formatting (bold, italic, underline, strikethrough)</li>
<li>Font colors and highlighting</li>
<li>Headings (H1 through H6)</li>
<li>Paragraphs and line breaks</li>
<li>Bulleted and numbered lists</li>
<li>Nested lists</li>
<li>Hyperlinks (internal and external)</li>
<li>Images (JPEG, PNG, GIF)</li>
<li>Tables with formatting</li>
<li>Blockquotes</li>
<li>Line spacing and indentation</li>
</ul>
<h4>Security Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>File type validation</li>
<li>File size limits</li>
<li>Content sanitization</li>
<li>XSS prevention</li>
<li>SQL injection protection</li>
<li>Nonce verification</li>
<li>Capability checks</li>
<li>Temporary file cleanup</li>
</ul>
<h3>Support</h3>
<p>For support, feature requests, or bug reports, please visit our <a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/smartdoc-to-post-importer/" rel="ugc">support forum</a> or contact us through our <a href="https://yourwebsite.com/support" rel="nofollow ugc">website</a>.</p>
<h3>Privacy Policy</h3>
<p>SmartDoc to Post Importer does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data. All document processing happens locally on your server, and temporary files are automatically deleted after processing.</p>
<h3>Credits</h3>
<p>Developed with ❤️ for the WordPress community. Special thanks to all beta testers and contributors who helped make this plugin possible.</p>


SmartDoc to Post Importer


I've used many tools to bring Word content into WordPress, but this plugin stands out. SmartDoc to Post Importer has drastically streamlined my workflow. Previously, I had to manually clean up messy <span> tags, fix formatting, and upload images one by one—an extremely frustrating and time-consuming process.



With this plugin, it now takes just 2 minutes to import a full Word document. All formatting—bold, italic, headings, lists, tables—is preserved perfectly. What impressed me most is that images are automatically uploaded to the Media Library and placed exactly where they were in the document—no manual work needed.



If you're tired of copy-paste issues and endless formatting cleanup, this plugin is a game-changer. Highly recommended for bloggers, content teams, and documentation workflows.


A Huge Time Saver for Word Document Imports!

Import Word documents into WordPress while preserving links, lists, formatting, images, tables, and more.

Mammoth .docx converter vs SmartDoc to Post Importer