Text to JSON Converter

Convert various text formats to JSON. Support for CSV data, line-by-line text, and key-value pairs with intelligent data type detection and formatting.

Text to JSON Converter

Drag and drop text files here, or click to upload

Supported formats: TXT, CSV, TSV

Or paste your text content directly in the editor below

Text Input

JSON Output

JSON Editor - Type or paste your JSON content here

Conversion Types

CSV to JSON

Convert comma-separated values to JSON array of objects. First row is treated as headers.

Name,Age,Email
John,28,john@example.com
Jane,32,jane@example.com

Lines to JSON

Convert each line of text to a JSON object with id and text properties.

First line of text
Second line of text
Third line of text

Key-Value to JSON

Convert key-value pairs (separated by : or =) to JSON object.

name: John Doe
age: 28
email: john@example.com

About Text to JSON Converter

Our Text to JSON converter is a versatile tool that transforms various text formats into structured JSON data. Whether you're working with CSV files, plain text lists, or configuration files, this tool intelligently parses your data and creates well-formatted JSON output.

Supported Conversion Types

CSV to JSON

Perfect for converting spreadsheet data or database exports to JSON format.

  • First row automatically detected as headers
  • Customizable delimiter (comma, semicolon, tab, etc.)
  • Automatic data type detection (numbers, booleans, strings)
  • Handles missing values gracefully

Lines to JSON

Convert lists, logs, or any line-separated text into structured JSON.

  • Each line becomes a JSON object with ID and text
  • Automatically filters empty lines
  • Perfect for processing logs, lists, or text files
  • Maintains original line order with sequential IDs

Key-Value to JSON

Transform configuration files or property lists into JSON objects.

  • Supports both colon (:) and equals (=) separators
  • Intelligent value parsing (numbers, booleans, strings)
  • Ideal for config files, environment variables, and settings
  • Handles mixed separator types in the same input

Key Features

  • Multiple Input Formats: Support for CSV, lines, and key-value formats
  • Smart Data Detection: Automatically detects numbers, booleans, and strings
  • Customizable Delimiters: Choose your CSV delimiter (comma, semicolon, tab, etc.)
  • Error Handling: Clear feedback for invalid input formats
  • Real-time Preview: See JSON output as you convert
  • File Upload: Load text files directly from your computer
  • Export Options: Copy to clipboard or download as JSON file

Use Cases

  • Data Migration: Convert legacy data formats to modern JSON
  • API Development: Transform text data for API consumption
  • Configuration Management: Convert config files to JSON format
  • Data Analysis: Prepare text data for JSON-based analytics tools
  • Database Import: Convert CSV exports for NoSQL database import
  • Log Processing: Structure log files for better analysis

Data Type Detection

Our converter intelligently detects and converts data types:

  • Numbers: "123" becomes 123, "45.67" becomes 45.67
  • Booleans: "true"/"false" become true/false
  • Strings: All other values remain as strings
  • Empty Values: Empty cells become empty strings

Example Conversions

CSV Input:

Name,Age,Active,Score
John Doe,28,true,95.5
Jane Smith,32,false,87.2

JSON Output:

[
  {
    "Name": "John Doe",
    "Age": 28,
    "Active": true,
    "Score": 95.5
  },
  {
    "Name": "Jane Smith", 
    "Age": 32,
    "Active": false,
    "Score": 87.2
  }
]

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