Convert INI to JSON

Convert INI to JSON instantly transforms INI-formatted data into clean, structured JSON. The Convert INI to JSON tool updates live and supports file import, copying, and export.

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Supported file types: .ini, .txt
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How to Use:

  1. Paste your INI data into the Input INI box for example:
    [user]
    name = Alice
  2. Or use the Choose File button to import a .ini or .txt file.
  3. The JSON Output box updates live with formatted JSON that reflects INI sections and key-value pairs.
  4. Click Copy Output to copy the result or Export to File to download it as output.json.
  5. Click Clear All to reset the tool.

What this tool can do:

It reads your INI structure and converts it into a nested JSON object, where each section becomes a property and its keys become sub-properties. It handles type coercion for booleans and numbers and escapes characters as needed. Everything runs in-browser with instant output and character counting, so you always know the size of your result.

Example:

Input:

[user]
name = Alice
age = 30

[settings]
theme = dark
notifications = true

Output:

{
  "user": {
    "name": "Alice",
    "age": 30
  },
  "settings": {
    "theme": "dark",
    "notifications": true
  }
}

Common Use Cases:

This is helpful when migrating configuration files from legacy formats to JSON. Whether you’re converting .ini app settings, scripts, or service configs, the Convert INI to JSON tool gives you structure with zero fuss perfect for importing into modern systems or APIs.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

After converting, Prettify JSON can help make the new structure easier to scan, especially if the original INI file was messy. And if you need to move that data into another format, Convert JSON to YAML gives you a clean way to keep things consistent.

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