markdown-it is a fast and flexible Markdown parser and compiler, designed for extensibility. It meticulously follows the CommonMark specification and offers configurable syntax parsing and rendering. This makes it suitable for various applications including documentation, blogs, and forums. Plugins enhance functionality, supporting features like syntax highlighting, tables, and advanced typography. It boasts speed, security, and a thriving community, making it a popular choice.
Markdown-it's release frequency peaked in 2014-2016, with several months featuring multiple versions. Release slowed significantly after 2016, becoming sporadic from 2017 onward. There were extended periods with no releases.
Markdown-it's npm downloads show a generally upward trend from March 2024 to August 2025. Downloads hovered around 25-29 million throughout 2024, spiking significantly in 2025, reaching over 44 million in June and July before slightly declining in August to around 39 million.
