YAML ↔ JSON Converter
Input (YAML or JSON)
Paste YAML or JSON then choose conversion
Output
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YAML to JSON Converter Online Free — YAML Formatter & Validator — Free Online Tool

Convert YAML to JSON and JSON to YAML online free. Validates syntax, formats output with syntax highlighting. No upload required — all processing in your browser.

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Features

Built for real developer workflows. No fluff, just the tools you need.

Bidirectional

Convert YAML to JSON or JSON to YAML with one click. Output is correctly formatted and ready to use.

Syntax Validation

Both inputs are validated before conversion. Clear error messages identify what needs fixing.

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JSON Syntax Highlighting

JSON output is colour-coded for instant readability.

Instant Results

Conversion runs in JavaScript with no server contact.

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Copy Output

One-click copy of the converted result.

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Private

Your YAML and JSON never leave your device.

How to use

Get results in seconds — no account, no file upload required.

1

Paste YAML or JSON

Paste your input into the left panel.

2

Choose direction

Click YAML → JSON or JSON → YAML.

3

Copy the result

Click Copy to use the output in your project.

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Frequently asked questions

What YAML features are supported?
Key-value pairs, nested objects, arrays, strings, numbers, booleans and null. Anchors, aliases and multi-line scalars are not yet supported.
Is the JSON output strictly valid?
Yes — double-quoted strings, no trailing commas, no comments. Valid for all JSON parsers and REST APIs.
Can I convert Kubernetes YAML?
Basic Kubernetes YAML converts correctly. Complex YAML with anchors (& and *) may not convert as expected.
Why does YAML conversion fail?
YAML is whitespace-sensitive. Incorrect indentation is the most common cause of parse errors.
Can I convert JSON Schema to YAML?
Yes — JSON Schema is standard JSON and converts cleanly to YAML, compatible with OpenAPI 3.0.
Does it handle YAML arrays?
Top-level key-value arrays like - item convert correctly. Inline arrays like [1, 2, 3] also work.