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CSV to JSON Converter
Convert CSV data to JSON format by pasting text or uploading a file.
Conversion Options
About the CSV to JSON Converter
From Rows and Columns to Objects and Arrays
CSV (Comma-Separated Values) and JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) are two of the most common formats for storing and exchanging data. CSV is great for tabular data in spreadsheets, while JSON excels at representing complex, nested data structures for web applications and APIs. This converter bridges the gap between the two.
Why Convert CSV to JSON?
- API Integration: Many modern web APIs require data to be sent in JSON format. This tool makes it easy to convert your spreadsheet data into a format ready for API consumption.
- Web Development: JavaScript and frontend frameworks work natively with JSON. Converting your CSV data allows you to easily load it into your web applications for display, filtering, or visualization.
- Data Analysis & Processing: While CSV is simple, JSON's hierarchical structure can be more powerful for representing complex relationships in data, making it easier to work with in many programming languages.
- Database Seeding: Quickly convert sample data from a CSV file into a JSON array to seed your development database.
How to Use Our Converter
Our tool provides flexibility to handle various types of CSV data, all processed securely within your browser.
- Input Data: You can either paste your CSV text directly into the input area or upload a `.csv` file from your computer.
- Header Row: If your first row contains column names (headers), keep the "First row is a header" option checked. The tool will use these headers as keys for the JSON objects, making the output human-readable and easy to use.
- Custom Delimiters: While the "C" in CSV stands for comma, data can be separated by other characters like semicolons or tabs. Our tool allows you to select the correct delimiter for your data.
- Instant Conversion: The JSON output is generated instantly, ready for you to copy and use in your project.