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How to convert CSV to JSON
Turn a simple CSV table into JSON, and learn what to check before you use the new file.
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The short answer
Convert CSV to JSON when you need structured data for an app, script, or API. CSV is easy to open as a table. JSON is easier for software to read as named fields.
CSV and JSON do different jobs
A CSV file stores rows and columns. It is common in spreadsheets and exports.
A JSON file stores named values. It is common in web apps and data tools.
| Format | Best for | Looks like |
|---|---|---|
| CSV | Tables and spreadsheet exports | Rows with commas |
| JSON | Apps, APIs, and structured data | Named fields in braces |
Convert CSV to JSON in Convert My
- Drop your
.csvfile into Convert My. - Choose JSON.
- Select Convert & download.
The conversion stays in your browser. Your data is not uploaded to a conversion server.
Check your columns first
Before you convert, open the CSV and check:
- the first row has clear column names
- each row has the same number of columns
- commas inside text are quoted correctly
- dates and numbers use a format your next tool understands
After conversion
Open the JSON file in a text editor or the tool that needs it. Look for clear field names and the expected number of records.