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State of HTML 2025: Join the survey that shapes the future of web development
The State of HTML 2025 survey is now open until August 15th. This annual developer survey tracks the evolution of HTML, web components, and browser APIs. Learn why your participation matters and discover key insights from the 2024 results that are already influencing web standards.
The web platform continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, and HTML — the foundational language of the web — is experiencing a renaissance. The State of HTML 2025 survey is currently open until August 15th, offering developers worldwide the opportunity to influence the future direction of web standards and browser implementations.
Why HTML matters more than ever in 2025
While developers often focus on JavaScript frameworks and CSS innovations, HTML remains the backbone that makes everything possible. The language that once seemed static is now rapidly evolving with exciting new elements like <selectlist>, innovative features such as popovers, and a growing ecosystem of related browser APIs including Web Components and Progressive Web Apps (PWAs).
The State of HTML survey, building on the success of State of JS and State of CSS, completes the trilogy that tracks the evolution of the entire web platform. Your participation directly impacts browser vendor priorities, framework development decisions, and web standard specifications.
Key insights from State of HTML 2024
The 2024 survey revealed fascinating trends that are already shaping web development practices:
Form enhancements leading adoption
The survey highlighted strong developer interest in form-related improvements. Features like the <datalist> element and form validation APIs showed high satisfaction rates, while developers expressed significant demand for better native date pickers and improved file upload controls. This feedback has directly influenced browser vendors’ roadmaps for 2025.
Web Components gaining momentum
Web Components adoption continues to accelerate, with 67% of respondents having used Custom Elements and 54% working with Shadow DOM. The survey revealed that developers appreciate the framework-agnostic nature of Web Components but still face challenges with server-side rendering and tooling integration.
Accessibility awareness increasing
Perhaps most encouraging was the growing awareness of accessibility features. The survey showed increased usage of ARIA attributes, semantic HTML elements, and focus management techniques. However, it also revealed gaps in knowledge around newer accessibility APIs, highlighting areas where the community needs better education and tooling.
Progressive Web App features maturing
PWA-related APIs showed strong adoption rates, with Service Workers being used by 72% of respondents and Web App Manifests by 58%. The survey data influenced browser vendors to prioritize features like better offline capabilities and improved app-like experiences.
What’s new in the 2025 survey
This year’s survey introduces several important sections:
New HTML elements and proposals: Questions about upcoming elements like <selectlist>, <search>, and various form enhancements that are currently in development.
Advanced form capabilities: Deep dive into modern form features, validation techniques, and user experience improvements that developers are implementing.
Web platform APIs: Expanded coverage of browser APIs that complement HTML, including File System Access, Web Share, and Payment Request APIs.
Performance and optimization: New questions about HTML’s role in Core Web Vitals, loading performance, and resource optimization strategies.
How your participation shapes the web
The State of HTML survey is a direct line of communication between developers and the people who build the web platform. Here’s how your responses create real impact:
Browser vendor priorities: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Safari teams use survey data to prioritize feature development and allocate engineering resources.
Specification development: The W3C and WHATWG reference survey results when developing new HTML specifications and web standards.
Framework evolution: Popular frameworks like React, Vue, and Angular adapt their APIs and features based on developer needs identified in the survey.
Educational content: The results guide the creation of documentation, tutorials, and educational resources that address real developer pain points.
What to expect
The State of HTML 2025 survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and covers:
- Your experience with HTML elements and attributes
- Usage patterns for forms, media, and interactive elements
- Adoption of Web Components and related technologies
- Accessibility practices and awareness
- Integration with modern development workflows
- Pain points and feature requests
The survey is available in over 30 languages, ensuring global participation and diverse perspectives. All responses are anonymous and aggregated to protect individual privacy while providing valuable insights to the web development community.
The bigger picture
The State of HTML survey joins State of JavaScript and State of CSS to provide a comprehensive view of web development trends. Together, these surveys offer unprecedented insight into how developers use the web platform and where it should evolve next.
This holistic approach helps identify connections between different aspects of web development. For example, how CSS container queries influence HTML structure decisions, or how JavaScript framework patterns affect HTML semantic practices.
Take action
The State of HTML 2025 survey closes on August 15th, giving you just over a week to participate. Your voice matters — whether you’re a seasoned web developer or just starting your journey, your experiences and perspectives contribute to a more inclusive and developer-friendly web platform.
Take the State of HTML 2025 survey and help shape the future of web development. The 15 minutes you invest today will influence the tools and standards you’ll use for years to come.
The results will be published in September 2025, providing valuable insights for the entire web development community. By participating, you’re not just sharing your experience — you’re actively contributing to the evolution of the web platform that powers the digital world.
The State of HTML survey is organized by Devographics, the team behind State of JS and State of CSS. Learn more about their mission to understand and improve the developer experience at stateofhtml.com.