INI Output
INI output will appear here
Paste JSON on the left to generate INI. Or load sample data to see a demo.
Try JSON to INI with sample input
JSON to INI
Convert JSON to INI for legacy configs and tooling
How to convert JSON to INI
Paste JSON on the left and copy or download INI output on the right.
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Paste JSON input
Paste your JSON into the editor. If you want a quick demo, click “Sample”.
Supports nested JSON - Objects and arrays are handled correctly.
Instant validation - Invalid JSON shows an error message.
JSON Input Example
{
"server": { "host": "localhost", "port": 8080 },
"auth": { "enabled": true }
}2
Review INI output
The converted INI will appear on the right panel as you type.
Legacy-friendly - Great for older apps and tools.
Readable formatting - Clean INI output for humans.
INI Output Example
[server]
host=localhost
port=8080
[auth]
enabled=true3
Copy or download INI
Use “Copy” to copy INI to your clipboard, or “Download” to save it as a .ini file.
One-click copy - Copy INI output instantly.
Download .ini - Save INI output as a file for sharing.
Copy or download INI
2 Actions
Download
Download INI as output.ini
Copy
Copy INI output to clipboard
Tip: INI is common for simple app settings and legacy tooling.
JSON to INI FAQs
Common questions about converting JSON to INI
A JSON to INI converter is a specialized tool that transforms modern JSON data into the classic INI (Initialization) file format. INI files are widely used for legacy system configurations, Windows applications, desktop software settings, and older PHP applications. Our JSON to INI converter handles this transformation instantly in your browser, making it easy to migrate JSON configuration data, API responses, or application settings into the INI format required by legacy systems, desktop applications, or compatibility scenarios where INI is the standard configuration format.
INI has limited structure compared to JSON. The JSON to INI converter intelligently maps nested JSON objects to INI sections using bracket notation (e.g., [database], [server]) with key=value pairs underneath each section. Top-level JSON properties become INI sections, and nested properties are flattened into dotted keys or separate sections. For example, {"database": {"host": "localhost", "port": 3306}} becomes [database] followed by host=localhost and port=3306. This mapping preserves your data hierarchy while conforming to INI's simpler structure, making it perfect for converting modern JSON configs to legacy INI format.
No. All JSON to INI conversion happens entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. Your JSON data never leaves your device or gets uploaded to any server. This privacy-by-design approach ensures complete data security and GDPR compliance, making it safe to convert sensitive configurations like database connection strings, application credentials, Windows registry settings, or legacy system configurations. The converter works offline once the page is loaded, and you can confidently use it with proprietary or confidential data.
JSON to INI conversion is essential when working with legacy systems, Windows desktop applications, older PHP configs, gaming mods, or embedded systems that expect INI format. While JSON is the modern standard for APIs and web applications, many established systems still rely on INI files for configuration. Our JSON to INI converter bridges this gap—you can generate configurations in JSON (easier for automation and APIs), then convert to INI for deployment to legacy environments. This is particularly useful for backward compatibility, system migrations, or maintaining configurations across both modern and legacy platforms.
Yes! The JSON to INI converter generates standard INI format compatible with Windows applications, desktop software, game configurations, and system tools that read INI files. The output follows the classic INI syntax with [Section] headers and key=value pairs that work with Windows API functions like GetPrivateProfileString, PHP's parse_ini_file, Python's configparser, and other INI parsers. This makes it perfect for converting JSON settings into INI configs for Windows services, desktop apps, legacy PHP applications, or any software expecting traditional INI configuration files.
Since INI format doesn't natively support arrays or complex nested structures like JSON does, the JSON to INI converter intelligently flattens these structures. JSON arrays are typically converted to numbered keys (item0=value1, item1=value2) or comma-separated values depending on the data type. Deeply nested objects are flattened using dotted notation or separate sections to preserve the data relationships while maintaining INI compatibility. While this means some structural complexity is simplified, the converter ensures all your data is preserved and accessible in the resulting INI file for legacy system consumption.
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