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Convert to EPUB

Convert Word documents, Markdown files, HTML pages, or plain text into EPUB e-book format for reading on e-readers and mobile devices. Produces a standards-compliant EPUB ready for distribution. Processed locally on your self-hosted SnapOtter instance.

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Features

  • Accepts DOCX, Markdown, HTML, and plain text inputs
  • Produces standards-compliant EPUB output
  • Preserves headings, formatting, and document structure
  • Handles embedded images from source documents
  • Compatible with all major e-readers and reading apps

What you can do

  • Converting a Word manuscript into EPUB for Kindle or Kobo
  • Turning Markdown documentation into an EPUB for offline reading
  • Creating EPUB versions of HTML articles for e-reader distribution
  • Packaging plain text stories as EPUB e-books

Self-hosted. Your files never leave your network.

SnapOtter runs entirely on your own infrastructure. Files processed with Convert to EPUB are never uploaded to third-party servers. Deploy a single Docker container and process files with full privacy, no watermarks, and no usage limits. Open source under AGPL-3.0.

Frequently asked questions

What input formats are supported?
You can convert Word (DOCX), Markdown, HTML, and plain text files into EPUB format. All conversion runs locally on your self-hosted SnapOtter instance.
Will the EPUB work on my e-reader?
Yes, the tool produces standards-compliant EPUB files compatible with Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, and other major reading platforms. Processing happens entirely on your own server.
Are images from my source document included?
Yes, embedded images from the source document are preserved in the EPUB output. All processing is local on your self-hosted instance with no external uploads.

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