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CSV to JSON Converter

Convert between CSV and JSON formats instantly. Free, secure, and 100% client-side - your data never leaves your browser.

CSV
JSON

Converting CSV to JSON

Input CSV

Paste your data, upload a file, or try sample data

Drag & drop file here

or click to browse (max 50MB)

Output JSON

Converted data with syntax highlighting

Converted data will appear here

Conversion Options

Customize delimiter, headers, and formatting

CSV Options

JSON Options

Ctrl+Enter to convertCtrl+K to clear

How to Convert CSV to JSON

Converting CSV to JSON is simple with our online tool. Follow these steps:

  1. Select conversion direction: Choose CSV → JSON or JSON → CSV using the toggle button.
  2. Input your data: Paste your CSV/JSON text, upload a file, or try our sample data to see how it works.
  3. Configure options: Set your delimiter, header preferences, and output formatting options.
  4. Preview results: Review the converted data in the preview table before downloading.
  5. Export: Copy to clipboard or download the converted file.

CSV vs JSON: When to Use Each

CSV (Comma-Separated Values)

Best for tabular data, spreadsheet applications, and data analysis tools.

  • ✓ Smaller file size
  • ✓ Easy to read and edit
  • ✓ Universal spreadsheet support
  • ✓ Simple flat data structures

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation)

Ideal for APIs, web applications, and complex nested data structures.

  • ✓ Supports nested objects
  • ✓ Native JavaScript support
  • ✓ Preserves data types
  • ✓ Standard for REST APIs

Common Use Cases

CSV to JSON Conversion

Perfect for developers who need to:

  • • Import spreadsheet data into web applications or APIs
  • • Convert Excel exports to JSON for JavaScript processing
  • • Transform database exports into API-ready formats
  • • Create mock data for testing from CSV test fixtures

JSON to CSV Conversion

Ideal when you need to:

  • • Export API responses to Excel or Google Sheets
  • • Create reports from JSON data sources
  • • Share data with non-technical team members who prefer spreadsheets
  • • Flatten nested JSON for data analysis tools

Developer Examples & Code Snippets

Example CSV Input

name,email,age,city
John Doe,john@example.com,30,New York
Jane Smith,jane@example.com,25,Los Angeles
Bob Johnson,bob@example.com,35,Chicago

Converted JSON Output

[
  {
    "name": "John Doe",
    "email": "john@example.com",
    "age": "30",
    "city": "New York"
  },
  {
    "name": "Jane Smith",
    "email": "jane@example.com",
    "age": "25",
    "city": "Los Angeles"
  },
  {
    "name": "Bob Johnson",
    "email": "bob@example.com",
    "age": "35",
    "city": "Chicago"
  }
]

Using Different Delimiters

Our converter supports multiple delimiter options for various CSV formats:

  • Comma (,) - Standard CSV format
  • Semicolon (;) - Common in European locales
  • Pipe (|) - Used when data contains commas
  • Tab - TSV (Tab-Separated Values) format

Processing JSON in JavaScript

// Parse JSON string
const data = JSON.parse(jsonString);

// Access values
data.forEach(row => {
  console.log(`${row.name} - ${row.email}`);
});

// Convert back to JSON string
const prettyJson = JSON.stringify(data, null, 2);

Key Features

  • Bidirectional conversion: Seamlessly convert between CSV and JSON in both directions
  • Large file support: Handle files up to 50MB with client-side processing
  • Customizable options: Choose delimiters, header settings, quote characters, and indentation
  • Live preview: See the first 100 rows of your converted data before downloading
  • Privacy-focused: All conversions happen in your browser - no server uploads
  • Syntax highlighting: JSON output includes syntax highlighting for easy reading
  • Multiple input methods: Paste text, upload files, or try sample data
  • Export options: Copy to clipboard or download as a file

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