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Excel to JSON Converter

Convert XLSX or XLS sheets to JSON. Free, private, runs in your browser.

100% private — your files and text never leave your browser. All processing happens locally on your device.

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Convert A Sheet, Not The Whole Workbook

Real workbooks often contain notes, lookup sheets, scratch tabs, and archived data. Excel to JSON lets you choose the sheet first, then export that sheet as records or rows so the resulting JSON matches the data you actually need.

Records Mode Vs Rows Mode

Records mode treats the first row as headers and creates an array of objects, which is best for APIs and app data. Rows mode creates arrays of cell values, which is better when the first row is not a header or when exact row shape matters.

Formula And Macro Safety

The parser does not execute macros and does not recalculate formulas. It reads stored workbook values locally in the browser. That makes the tool safer for quick conversion, but you should still review exported data when formulas drive important values.

FAQ

Can I choose which Excel sheet to convert?

Yes. When a workbook has multiple sheets, the converter lists them so you can export the specific sheet you need instead of flattening the whole workbook together.

Are Excel formulas or macros executed?

No. The workbook is parsed locally and macros are not run. Formula cells are read from the stored workbook data rather than recalculated by Convertful.

Can I export Excel rows as arrays instead of objects?

Yes. Records mode uses the first row as object keys, while Rows mode outputs arrays for each row. You can also choose whether empty cells should be included.

How are empty Excel cells handled?

Turn on empty-cell inclusion when you need consistent object keys or fixed row lengths. Leave it off when you want smaller JSON that only includes cells with values.

What happens to dates and number formats?

The converter reads workbook cell values rather than trying to preserve Excel display formatting. Review date and currency columns after export if exact formatting matters.