How to Convert JSON to CSV on Mac
JSON is the data format of web APIs and JavaScript apps: records with named fields, which can be nested inside each other.. Paste it or drop the file below to get clean CSV 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 JSON to CSV on Mac
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Open this page in Safari, Chrome or Firefox on your Mac.
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Paste your JSON 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 CSV 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 JSON is converted
- Give it an array of objects; every field name becomes a column header and each object becomes a row.
- Nested objects are flattened into dotted column names (address.city), so the result opens cleanly in Excel or Google Sheets.
About JSON and CSV
- JSON is the data format of web APIs and JavaScript apps: records with named fields, which can be nested inside each other.
- 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.
Tips for Mac
- Works on Apple silicon and Intel Macs alike – nothing to download from the App Store.
JSON vs CSV
| JSON | CSV | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Plain text | Plain text |
| Best for | APIs, apps and config files | Spreadsheets and table exports |
| Support | Every programming language | Every spreadsheet and database |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to write code to convert JSON to CSV?
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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