JSON to YAML Converter

Convert JSON data to YAML format with this free online tool. Supports various formatting options and maintains data structure integrity. All processing happens in your browser for complete privacy.

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Formatting Options

YAML Output

Your JSON will be converted to YAML format that preserves the JSON structure.

  • JSON objects become YAML mappings
  • JSON arrays become YAML sequences
  • String values are properly quoted when needed
  • Numbers and booleans maintain their type
  • Nested structures preserve hierarchy with indentation

JSON Input

YAML Output

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YAML Output

Enter JSON data to see the converted YAML output.

Using the JSON to YAML Converter

  1. 1.Enter your JSON data in the input box, or use the "Upload" button to select a JSON file
  2. 2.Choose indentation spacing and formatting options based on your preferences
  3. 3.Configure additional options like key sorting and reference handling
  4. 4.Click "Convert to YAML" to transform your JSON data
  5. 5.Copy the result or download it as a YAML file

About JSON to YAML Conversion

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data-interchange format. YAML (YAML Ain't Markup Language) is a human-readable data serialization standard. Converting between them provides flexibility in data representation and system compatibility.

This tool is particularly useful when:

  • You need to convert JSON configuration files to YAML for easier human editing
  • You want to transform JSON API responses into YAML format for documentation
  • You're migrating from JSON-based configuration to YAML-based systems
  • You need to process JSON data in environments that prefer YAML format
  • You want to make JSON data more readable and maintainable as YAML