How to Convert JSON to YAML 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 YAML 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 YAML 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 YAML 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
- Objects become indented key: value blocks and arrays become – lists, which is the style Docker Compose, Kubernetes and GitHub Actions files use.
- Strings that YAML would misread (like yes, no or 1.0) are quoted for you.
About JSON and YAML
- JSON is the data format of web APIs and JavaScript apps: records with named fields, which can be nested inside each other.
- YAML is a human-friendly config format – used by Docker Compose, Kubernetes and GitHub Actions – that uses indentation instead of brackets and quotes.
Tips for Mac
- Works on Apple silicon and Intel Macs alike – nothing to download from the App Store.
JSON vs YAML
| JSON | YAML | |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | Plain text | Plain text |
| Best for | APIs, apps and config files | Config files people edit by hand |
| Support | Every programming language | Most programming languages and DevOps tools |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to write code to convert JSON to YAML?
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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