How to Convert CSV to JSON on Mac
CSV stores a table as plain text, one row per line with commas between values. Paste it or drop the file below to get clean JSON instantly – no Python, no command line, and your data never leaves your Mac.
Converted on your device. Your data never leaves your browser.
Step by step: Convert CSV to JSON on Mac
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Open this page in Safari, Chrome or Firefox on your Mac.
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Paste your CSV into the box, or drag the file from Finder onto the box above, or click the box to choose it.
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The JSON appears as you type or as soon as the file loads.
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Copy it, or click Download. The file is saved to your Downloads folder (Finder › Downloads, or the dock).
How the CSV is converted
- The first row becomes the field names, and each following row becomes one JSON object.
- Numbers and true/false values are kept as numbers and booleans rather than text, and quoted cells with commas or line breaks are handled correctly.
About CSV and JSON
- CSV stores a table as plain text, one row per line with commas between values. It's what Excel, Google Sheets, banks and most databases export.
- JSON is the data format of web APIs and JavaScript apps: records with named fields, which can be nested inside each other.
Tips for Mac
- Works on Apple silicon and Intel Macs alike – nothing to download from the App Store.
CSV vs JSON
| CSV | JSON | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Plain text | Plain text |
| Best for | Spreadsheets and table exports | APIs, apps and config files |
| Support | Every spreadsheet and database | Every programming language |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to write code to convert CSV to JSON?
No. Paste or drop the file and the converted version appears straight away – no scripts, libraries or terminal.
How big a file can it handle?
Files of several megabytes convert in a moment. There's no fixed limit; the only constraint is your device's memory.
Is my data uploaded to a server?
No. The conversion runs in your browser using your device's own processor, so your data never leaves your device. You can even disconnect from the internet once the page has loaded.
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