CSV & Excel Tools
Transform and convert CSV data with our free browser-based tools. Convert between CSV, JSON, XML, and Excel formats instantly. Perfect for data engineers, analysts, and developers working with tabular data.
CSV & Excel Tools (4 Tools)
What Are CSV & Excel Tools?
CSV (Comma-Separated Values) remains one of the most universal data formats in computing. Despite being decades old, CSV's simplicity makes it the go-to format for data export from databases, spreadsheets, and analytics platforms. Every major tool from Excel to Pandas can read and write CSV files. However, working with CSV data often requires transformation – converting to JSON for web APIs, to XML for legacy systems, or cleaning up malformed data. Our CSV tools eliminate the need for complex scripts or manual editing, giving you instant conversions and transformations directly in your browser.
Common Use Cases
Data Pipeline Integration
Convert CSV exports from databases or analytics tools to JSON for ingestion into web applications, APIs, or NoSQL databases.
Spreadsheet to API
Transform Excel/CSV data into JSON arrays ready for POST requests, bulk imports, or seeding development databases.
Legacy System Integration
Convert CSV to XML for older enterprise systems, SOAP APIs, or EDI workflows that require structured markup.
Data Analysis Prep
Clean up messy CSV files, validate structure, and convert from JSON API responses to CSV for analysis in Excel or Google Sheets.
Why Use Our CSV & Excel Tools?
- Instant conversion between CSV, JSON, and XML formats
- Automatic header detection and smart parsing
- Handles large files efficiently in-browser
- No data uploaded – everything processed locally
- Clean output ready for immediate use
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a CSV file?
CSV (Comma-Separated Values) is a simple file format for storing tabular data. Each line represents a row, with values separated by commas. It's widely used for data exchange between applications.
How do I convert CSV to JSON?
Paste your CSV data into our CSV to JSON converter and click Convert. The tool automatically detects headers and converts each row into a JSON object.
CSV vs Excel: What's the difference?
CSV is a plain text format that only stores raw data. Excel (.xlsx) is a binary format that can store formatting, formulas, charts, and multiple sheets. CSV is more portable and universal.