JSON to CSV

What Is JSON to CSV Conversion?

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) and CSV (Comma-Separated Values) are two common data formats with different strengths. JSON excels at representing complex, nested data structures, while CSV provides simple tabular data ideal for spreadsheets and databases.

Converting JSON to CSV transforms structured JSON data into a flat table format. This is essential when you need to import data into spreadsheet applications, databases, or systems that require CSV input.

This free online converter handles both JSON arrays of objects and single JSON objects, producing properly formatted CSV output with headers derived from your JSON keys.

How to Convert JSON to CSV

Converting your JSON data takes just a few steps:

1. Paste or type your JSON data into the input field. The JSON should be an array of objects with consistent keys for best results.

2. Click the Convert button to process your data.

3. Review the CSV output, which includes headers automatically generated from your JSON keys.

4. Copy the result to your clipboard or download it as a CSV file.

The converter handles the formatting automatically, including escaping special characters and properly quoting fields that contain commas or quotes.

JSON Format Requirements

For optimal conversion, your JSON should follow these guidelines:

Array of objects works best: The ideal input is an array containing objects with the same keys, like [{"name": "John", "age": 30}, {"name": "Jane", "age": 25}].

Consistent keys across objects ensure all columns are properly aligned in the output. If objects have different keys, some cells may be empty.

Flat structures convert most cleanly. Nested objects are converted to JSON strings in the output cell.

Single objects can also be converted. They produce a two-column CSV with key and value columns.

Invalid JSON will produce an error message. Use a JSON validator if you are unsure about your data format.

Common Use Cases

JSON to CSV conversion is valuable in many scenarios:

API data export often provides JSON that needs to be analyzed in spreadsheet software. Converting to CSV makes Excel or Google Sheets analysis possible.

Database imports frequently accept CSV files. Converting JSON data allows you to import into MySQL, PostgreSQL, or other database systems.

Report generation may require tabular data. CSV provides a universal format that works with most reporting and business intelligence tools.

Data migration between systems often involves format conversion. JSON from a modern API can be converted to CSV for legacy system imports.

Collaboration with non-technical users is easier with CSV files that open directly in familiar spreadsheet applications.

Benefits of Our JSON to CSV Converter

This converter provides several key features:

Automatic header generation extracts column names from your JSON keys, creating properly structured CSV output.

Special character handling ensures that commas, quotes, and newlines within your data are properly escaped according to CSV standards.

Download option saves the result directly as a .csv file, ready to open in any spreadsheet application.

Copy functionality puts the CSV text on your clipboard for pasting into other applications.

Browser-based processing means your data never leaves your device. Everything happens locally for privacy.

Error feedback helps you identify and fix JSON syntax issues before conversion.