📊 What is JSON ↔ CSV Converter?
JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) and CSV (Comma-Separated Values) are both formats for data storage and transfer. JSON is commonly used for API communication, while CSV is preferred for spreadsheet work. This tool converts between the two formats bidirectionally, allowing you to open API data in Excel or convert spreadsheet data to JSON for use in web applications.
📋 JSON vs CSV Comparison
| Aspect | JSON | CSV |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | Hierarchical (nestable) | Flat (tabular) |
| Type Support | Number, string, boolean, null, array, object | All strings |
| Readability | Developer-friendly | Excel-friendly |
| Main Use | APIs, config files | Data export, bulk upload |
💡 Use Cases
- Convert REST API responses to CSV for Excel analysis
- Convert Excel data to JSON for web app uploads
- Open database dumps in spreadsheets
- Generate and convert test data formats
Frequently Asked Questions
Can nested JSON be converted to CSV?▼
Nested objects/arrays are serialized as JSON strings into a single cell. To fully flatten, simplify the JSON structure beforehand.
How are special characters (commas, quotes) in CSV handled?▼
Values containing commas, quotes, or line breaks are automatically wrapped in double quotes, and internal quotes are escaped with double quotes ("").
How are types determined when converting CSV to JSON?▼
true/false become booleans, numeric values become Numbers. Everything else remains as strings.
What is JSON to CSV Converter?
Convert JSON arrays to CSV format for Excel and spreadsheet apps, or convert CSV data back to JSON. Handles nested objects and arrays automatically.