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JSON to SQL Converter

Transform JSON data into SQL INSERT statements instantly. Perfect for importing data, creating test fixtures, or migrating between databases.

Configuration

JSON Input
SQL Output

Click "Convert" to generate SQL

How to Convert JSON to SQL Instantly

Converting JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) data to SQL INSERT statements is a common task for developers dealing with data integration, migration, or testing. Our JSON to SQL Converter automates this process, parsing your JSON data and generating production-ready SQL commands that you can run against any standard database.

Why Use a JSON to SQL Converter?

Writing SQL INSERT statements manually for hundreds or thousands of records is tedious and error-prone. A single missing comma or unescaped quote can break your entire script. This tool saves you time by:

  • Automating Syntax Generation: It handles the boilerplate SQL syntax (INSERT INTO... VALUES...).
  • Ensuring Data Integrity: It automatically escapes string values to prevent SQL injection or syntax errors.
  • Detecting Data Types: It intelligently maps JSON types (strings, numbers, booleans) to their SQL counterparts.

Key Features

  • Smart Type Inference: The converter analyzes your data to decide if a column should be INTEGER, REAL, BOOLEAN, or TEXT.
  • Nested Object Handling: Simple nested objects are stringified automatically, ensuring no data is lost during conversion.
  • Batch Processing: For large datasets, it generates grouped VALUES clauses (e.g., INSERT INTO table VALUES (...), (...), (...)) for faster database execution.
  • Customizable Output: You control the table name and whether to include CREATE TABLE or DROP TABLE statements.
  • Browser-Based Privacy: All conversion happens locally in your browser. Your sensitive data is never uploaded to our servers.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Paste Your JSON: Copy your JSON array (e.g., from an API response or file) into the "JSON Input" box. The tool supports standard JSON format.
  2. Configure Settings:
    • Table Name: Set the name of the target database table (default: my_table).
    • Include CREATE TABLE: Check this if you want to generate the schema definition.
    • Include DROP TABLE: Useful for resetting the table before insertion.
  3. Click Convert: The tool will process your data and display the resulting SQL query in the output box.
  4. Copy or Download: Use the "Copy" button to grab the code or "Download" to save it as a .sql file.

Technical Details: Type Mapping

Understanding how JSON types translate to SQL is crucial for database design. Here is how our engine handles mappings:

JSON TypeSQL Type (SQLite/Standard)Example
Number (Integer)INTEGER42
Number (Float)REAL / DECIMAL3.14159
BooleanBOOLEAN (or TINYINT)true → 1
StringTEXT / VARCHAR"Hello World"
NullNULLnull
Object/ArrayTEXT (JSON String){"key": "value"}

Advanced Features: Handling Nested JSON

Relational databases are flat (rows and columns), but JSON is hierarchical (trees). Our converter handles this impedance mismatch smartly:

JSON Input (Nested)

{
  "id": 1,
  "user": {
    "name": "Alice",
    "role": "admin"
  }
}

SQL Output (Flattens or Stringifies)

INSERT INTO my_table (id, user) 
VALUES (1, '{"name":"Alice","role":"admin"}');

Complex objects are automatically converted to JSON strings, perfect for storage in `JSONB` columns (PostgreSQL) or text fields.

Common Use Cases

Database Seeding

Populate your development or testing environments with realistic dummy data generated in JSON format.

API Data Import

Fetch data from a REST API (which typically returns JSON) and archive it into a relational database for analytics.

NoSQL Migration

Migrate data from document stores like MongoDB (exported as JSON) to relational databases like PostgreSQL.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my data secure?

Yes, absolutely. This tool operates 100% on the client side. Your JSON data is processed in your browser's memory and is never transmitted to any external server.

What happens if my JSON array has inconsistent keys?

The converter generates the schema based on the keys found in the first object of the array. If subsequent objects have extra keys, they may be ignored. If they miss keys, those columns will be inserted as NULL. We recommend ensuring your JSON objects have a uniform structure.

Can I convert a single JSON object?

This tool expects an array of objects (e.g., [{...}, {...}]) to generate multiple rows. If you have a single object, wrap it in square brackets first Example: [{ "id": 1, ... }].

Does it support large files?

Performance depends on your browser. For files up to ~50MB, it works smoothly. For extremely large datasets (hundreds of MBs), we recommend using a command-line tool or splitting the file into chunks.

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