🔄 CSV to JSON Converter

Convert CSV to JSON arrays using the first row as keys.

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Drop a .csv file here or click to upload

Input (CSV)
Output (JSON)
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What Is CSV to JSON Conversion?

CSV (Comma-Separated Values) is a simple tabular format widely used for spreadsheets and data exports. JSON is a structured format better suited for APIs and web applications. Converting CSV to JSON makes your data easier to work with in JavaScript, REST APIs, and modern data pipelines.

How to Use

Paste your CSV data into the input area. The first row should contain column headers — these become the JSON property names. Select the delimiter your CSV uses (comma, tab, semicolon, or pipe). Choose pretty-print or minified output. Click "Convert to JSON". You can also drag and drop a .csv file onto the upload zone.

Usage Example

Input (CSV):

name,age,city,department
Alice,30,New York,Engineering
Bob,25,London,Design
Charlie,35,Tokyo,Product

Output (JSON):

[
  {
    "name": "Alice",
    "age": "30",
    "city": "New York",
    "department": "Engineering"
  },
  {
    "name": "Bob",
    "age": "25",
    "city": "London",
    "department": "Design"
  },
  {
    "name": "Charlie",
    "age": "35",
    "city": "Tokyo",
    "department": "Product"
  }
]

CSV vs JSON

FeatureCSVJSON
File SizeSmallerLarger (keys repeat)
Nested DataNot supportedNatively supported
Type SupportAll stringsNumbers, booleans, null, arrays
API ReadyNeeds parsingNative format

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my CSV has no header row?

The tool currently requires a header row as the first line. If your CSV doesn't have headers, add them manually as the first row before converting. We're considering adding auto-generated key support.

Can I convert JSON back to CSV?

This tool currently converts CSV to JSON only. For JSON-to-CSV conversion, you can use programming libraries or dedicated conversion tools.