CSV ↔ JSON Text Converter
Convert between CSV and JSON by pasting text directly — no file upload needed. Toggle direction instantly. For file-based conversion use the CSV to JSON file tool.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between this and the CSV to JSON file converter?
This tool converts text you paste directly — no file required. The file converter accepts .csv files and downloads a .json file. Use this tool for quick paste-and-convert tasks on small snippets of data.
Does CSV to JSON conversion handle quoted fields?
Yes. Fields that contain commas or newlines must be wrapped in double quotes in the CSV. The parser handles standard RFC 4180 quoting, including escaped quotes (two consecutive double quotes).
What JSON format does the CSV convert to?
An array of objects, where each row becomes an object and column headers become keys. For example: [{"name": "Alice", "age": "30"}, ...]
Is my data private?
Yes — completely. Everything runs locally in your browser. Nothing is sent to any server, and nothing is retained after you close the tab.
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