How JSON to CSV conversion works
JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) under IETF RFC 8259 represents data in hierarchical tree structures. CSV (Comma-Separated Values) under IETF RFC 4180 represents data in flat 2D grids.
EasyExtract flattens nested JSON paths (e.g. user.address.city) into flat CSV header columns in your browser memory without uploading any data.
How to convert JSON to a CSV table
- Paste JSON or drop .json file. Paste your JSON array into the text box above, or drop a .json file onto the drop zone.
- Click Convert JSON to CSV. The browser parses the JSON structure and recursively flattens nested objects into column headers.
- Review generated CSV. Check the output preview containing RFC 4180 escaped CSV rows.
- Download or copy CSV. Click 'Download CSV File' to save your file or 'Copy CSV Text' to paste directly into Excel.
What data gets converted?
- Nested JSON Objects: Flattened into dot-notation headers (
parent.child). - JSON Arrays: Joined into clean string cells.
- Escaped Strings: Handles quotes, commas, and newlines per RFC 4180.
Supported input formats
Supports JSON arrays ([{...}]), single objects ({...}), and JSON text files.
Privacy and security
JSON parsing runs 100% inside your browser memory. Zero JSON data is sent to any server.
Known limitations
Deeply nested JSON trees (over 20 levels deep) may generate wide CSV header structures.
Common use cases
- API Analysis — Converting REST API JSON payloads into Excel spreadsheets.
- Database Migration — Converting MongoDB or NoSQL JSON dumps to CSV.
- Reporting — Generating business reports from JSON analytics exports.
JSON Table Extractor vs JSON Field Extractor
While the JSON field extractor extracts specific key paths, this tool converts full JSON arrays into CSV tables. For XML, use our XML field extractor.
Frequently asked questions
How do I convert a JSON array to CSV?
Paste your JSON array above and click 'Convert JSON to CSV' to generate and download a spreadsheet-ready CSV file.
Does it support nested JSON objects?
Yes. Nested objects are auto-flattened into dot-notation column headers (e.g., user.address.city).
Is my JSON data uploaded to a server?
No. Conversion happens 100% inside your web browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Can I import the CSV into Excel?
Yes. The output is RFC 4180 compliant and opens cleanly in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or Numbers.