HTML to PHP Converter

About HTML to PHP Converter

Use this HTML to PHP converter to turn HTML tables, lists, and content into clean PHP arrays, associative arrays, or echo statements. Instead of manually rewriting HTML as PHP code, you can paste your markup and instantly get ready-to-use PHP that fits directly into your application, CMS, or framework.

Key Features of the HTML to PHP Tool

• Multiple Output Formats: Generate standard indexed PHP arrays, associative arrays with keys, or raw echo statements that output HTML.
• Smart Table Extraction: Detects and converts HTML tables into row/column arrays for easy processing.
• Header Awareness: Uses table header cells as keys when building associative arrays.
• Automatic Type Detection: Differentiates numeric values from strings to produce more accurate PHP types.
• List & Text Support: Converts HTML lists and text blocks into PHP arrays when no tables are present.
• Custom Variable Names: Choose your own PHP variable name to match your project conventions.
• Optional PHP Tags & Comments: Include or remove <?php ?> tags and helpful comments as needed.

How to Convert HTML to PHP

1. Paste or Upload HTML: Insert HTML containing tables, lists, or content, or upload an .html file.
2. Choose Output Format: Select Indexed Array, Associative Array, or Echo Statements from the dropdown.
3. Set Variable Name: Enter a descriptive variable name such as products or rows.
4. Review the Generated PHP: The tool automatically regenerates the PHP code whenever you change settings or the HTML.
5. Copy or Download: Copy the generated PHP code to the clipboard or download it as a .php file.

HTML to PHP Conversion Examples

Imagine you have the following HTML table with product data:

<table>
  <tr>
    <th>ID</th>
    <th>Name</th>
    <th>Price</th>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>1</td>
    <td>Laptop Pro</td>
    <td>1299.99</td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
    <td>2</td>
    <td>Wireless Mouse</td>
    <td>29.99</td>
  </tr>
</table>

Indexed PHP Array Output

<?php
$data = [
    ['ID', 'Name', 'Price'],
    [1, 'Laptop Pro', 1299.99],
    [2, 'Wireless Mouse', 29.99],
];
?>

Associative PHP Array Output

<?php
$data = [
    [
        'id' => 1,
        'name' => 'Laptop Pro',
        'price' => 1299.99,
    ],
    [
        'id' => 2,
        'name' => 'Wireless Mouse',
        'price' => 29.99,
    ],
];
?>

HTML to PHP Echo Statements

<?php
echo '<table>';
echo '<tr><th>ID</th><th>Name</th><th>Price</th></tr>';
echo '<tr><td>1</td><td>Laptop Pro</td><td>1299.99</td></tr>';
echo '<tr><td>2</td><td>Wireless Mouse</td><td>29.99</td></tr>';
echo '</table>';
?>

What HTML Elements Are Supported?

• Tables: <table>, <tr>, <th>, and <td> elements are converted into structured arrays.
• Lists: <ul> and <ol> lists become PHP arrays of items.
• Headings & Paragraphs: <h1>–<h6> and <p> elements can be captured as arrays of text content.

Common Use Cases for HTML to PHP

• Data Import: Convert HTML tables from reports, exports, or scraped pages into PHP arrays for processing.
• Database Seeding: Quickly build seed data arrays to populate MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQLite databases.
• Configuration: Turn HTML-based configuration tables into PHP config arrays.
• Testing & Fixtures: Generate realistic test data from HTML examples for unit or integration tests.
• Content Migration: Migrate legacy HTML content into PHP-driven templates or CMS structures.
• Template Conversion: Transform static HTML templates into dynamic PHP views using echo statements.

Practical PHP Usage Examples

<?php
// Loop through an indexed array
foreach ($data as $index => $row) {
    if ($index === 0) continue; // skip header row
    echo $row[1] . ' costs $' . $row[2] . "
";
}

// Loop through an associative array
foreach ($data as $product) {
    echo $product['name'] . ' (' . $product['id'] . '): $' . $product['price'] . "
";
}
?>

Tips for Best Results

• Use Clear Headers: Add header cells to your tables so associative array keys are meaningful.
• Keep HTML Clean: Avoid nested, overly complex tables when you plan to convert HTML to PHP arrays.
• Use Valid Variable Names: Stick to letters, numbers, and underscores for PHP variable names.
• Prefer Associative Arrays for APIs: When building JSON APIs or config structures, associative arrays are easier to read and maintain.
• Use Echo Mode for Templates: Choose echo output when you want to embed converted HTML directly into PHP views.

PHP Compatibility

The generated HTML to PHP code is compatible with modern PHP versions and ecosystems:

• PHP 5.4+ (short array syntax) through PHP 7 and PHP 8.
• Popular frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter, and Yii.
• CMS platforms including WordPress, Drupal, Joomla, and custom PHP applications.

HTML to PHP Converter FAQ

Can I use this HTML to PHP tool for large tables?

Yes. The converter can handle reasonably large HTML tables, but extremely large datasets may produce big PHP files. For very large imports, consider converting to CSV or JSON first, then importing into PHP.

What is the difference between indexed and associative arrays?

Indexed arrays use numeric indexes like $data[0][1], while associative arrays use named keys like $data[0]['price']. Associative arrays are easier to read and maintain, especially when working with structured data from HTML tables.

Does this HTML to PHP converter run online or on a server?

The conversion runs entirely in your browser. Your HTML content is never sent to a remote server, which makes it safe to use with private or sensitive data.

Can I convert raw HTML pages from my website?

Yes. Export or copy the HTML from your page, paste it into the tool, and choose the format that best fits your PHP project. For content-heavy pages, focus on the sections (tables or lists) you actually want to turn into PHP arrays.

Will the generated PHP work in my framework?

Yes. Because the output is plain PHP arrays and echo statements, it works in almost any PHP framework or CMS. You can drop the generated code into controllers, seeders, config files, or view templates as needed.

Privacy & Security

All conversions happen locally in your browser. Your HTML is never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security when converting HTML to PHP.