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Parquet to JSON Converter

View and convert Apache Parquet files to human-readable JSON with our free online tool. Since Parquet is a binary format, it's hard to inspect directly. Our tool parses Parquet files right in your browser, allowing you to debug and analyze your data without installing complex software. Perfect for checking data integrity and content.

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How to Use Parquet to JSON Converter

Follow these simple steps to view your Parquet data as JSON
  1. Upload Parquet File: Click the upload area or drag and drop your .parquet file. The tool will automatically read the binary data.
  2. View JSON: The tool will parse the Parquet file and display the equivalent JSON data in the editor.
  3. Copy or Download: You can copy the generated JSON to your clipboard or download it as a .json file for use in other applications.

Why Convert Parquet to JSON?

While Apache Parquet is excellent for storage and performance, it is not human-readable. Converting Parquet to JSON is essential for:

  • Debugging: Quickly inspecting the contents of data files generated by big data jobs.
  • Interoperability: Using data from data lakes in web applications or APIs that expect JSON.
  • Data Analysis: converting samples of data for easy viewing without needing specialized tools like Spark.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I open a Parquet file?

Parquet files are binary and cannot be opened in a standard text editor. Our Parquet to JSON converter allows you to view the contents of a Parquet file by transforming it into human-readable JSON.

Is there a file size limit?

Since the conversion happens entirely in your browser, the file size limit depends on your device's available memory. For very large files (hundreds of MBs), we recommend using command-line tools.

Is my data secure?

Absolutely. The conversion process runs locally in your browser. Your Parquet files are never uploaded to any server.

Can I convert multiple files at once?

Currently, the tool supports converting one Parquet file at a time to ensure optimal performance and browser stability.

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