Getting Started: Validate Your First Markdown File
AxelBase requires no installation, no registration, and no API keys. You can begin validating links immediately after opening the page.
Two Ways to Provide Content
Fast Paste
Copy content from your editor and paste it directly into the textarea. Perfect for READMEs or single blog posts.
Local Upload
Select a .md file from your device. The tool reads it locally via the browser—no data is uploaded to a server.
What Happens After You Click Start?
The tool begins a two-phase process that keeps you informed in real-time:
- Discovery: The engine scans for every possible link (inline, reference, and autolink).
- Validation: Progress is shown as a percentage bar while URLs are tested in parallel.
When complete, you'll see a Summary Dashboard at the top. This gives you a high-level view of your document's health, followed by a detailed table listing every link, its status, and the exact line number where it was found.
Pro Tips for Your First Run
Check your Ignore Rules: If you see "Skipped" links, it's likely because localhost or internal domains are excluded by default in the settings.
Export Early: Use the CSV or JSON buttons to save your results for team review without needing to re-run the check.
Continue to the next article for a deeper look at interpreting the different status categories and what they mean for your content quality.