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Convert JSON to YAML

Counter JSON → YAML
Drop your files here .json

    JSON is written for machines; it is hard to open in a spreadsheet or share with non-technical people. YAML is readable and supports comments, ideal for configuration files.

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    • Batch conversion

    Why convert JSON to YAML?

    To convert JSON files to YAML, drop them on the counter above.

    Most files convert in seconds: no queue, no email address, and the YAML result saves straight to your computer or phone.

    How to convert JSON to YAML

    1. Add your JSON files

      Drag your JSON files onto the counter or pick them with Choose files. You can add several at once.

    2. Conversion starts by itself

      Each file is converted to YAML and its row is stamped CONVERTED.

    3. Download your YAML file

      Get the file with Download. With several files you can download them all as one ZIP.

    JSON vs YAML

    PropertyJSONYAML
    Full nameJavaScript Object NotationYAML Ain't Markup Language
    TypeDataData
    Nested structureYesYes
    Plain textYesYes
    Created byDouglas Crockford (RFC 8259)Clark Evans, Ingy döt Net, Oren Ben-Kiki
    Year20012001
    Extensions.json.yaml .yml
    MIMEapplication/jsonapplication/yaml

    About the formats

    JSON

    JavaScript Object Notation

    JSON is the lightweight text format web services and apps use to exchange data. It nests objects, arrays, numbers and strings.

    All JSON conversions

    YAML

    YAML Ain't Markup Language

    YAML is a data format that builds structure with indentation and is easy for people to read and write. It is common in Docker, Kubernetes and CI configuration.

    All YAML conversions

    Frequently asked questions

    Is converting JSON to YAML free?

    Yes, completely free. No account, no daily limit, no watermark and no queue.

    Does it work on a phone?

    Yes. It works on iPhone, iPad and Android, with no app to install.

    Is there a file size limit?

    There is no size limit set by us. Files of hundreds of MB convert too; very large files take longer and are handled more comfortably on a computer than on a phone.

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