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YAML to JSON Converter

Convert YAML data to JSON format

Related Tools

  • JSON to YAML - reverse conversion
  • YAML Validator - validate YAML first
  • JSON Formatter - format JSON output
  • XML to JSON - convert XML too

How to Use YAML to JSON

  1. Paste your YAML

    Copy and paste your YAML data into the input field.

  2. View JSON output

    See your YAML automatically converted to properly formatted JSON.

  3. Copy the result

    Click the Copy button to copy the JSON to your clipboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the YAML to JSON Converter free?
Yes, the YAML to JSON Converter is completely free with no usage limits. Convert as much YAML to JSON as you need without any registration or restrictions.
Is my YAML data secure?
Yes, all conversion happens locally in your browser. Your YAML configuration files never leave your device, making it safe to convert files containing sensitive settings, credentials, or proprietary configurations.
Why convert YAML to JSON?
Converting YAML to JSON is useful when working with APIs that only accept JSON, programmatically processing configuration files, validating YAML syntax, and debugging complex YAML by viewing it in JSON format.
Does the converter handle YAML comments?
YAML comments (lines starting with #) are parsed but not included in the JSON output since JSON does not support comments. The converter preserves all data values while stripping comments during conversion.
Can it convert complex YAML features?
Yes, the converter handles YAML-specific features like anchors, aliases, multi-line strings, and complex data types. It produces clean, valid JSON that accurately represents your YAML data structure.