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Convert Excel to CSV Online

Extract worksheet rows and columns from your Excel (.xlsx, .xls) file into a clean CSV format directly in your browser.

Upload your Excel file

Drag and drop an .xlsx or .xls file here or choose it from your device.

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Convert Excel to CSV Online

Use PDF Magic **Excel to CSV Converter** to transform Microsoft Excel spreadsheets (.xlsx, .xls) into lightweight CSV text files online directly in your browser. Extracts table rows and columns cleanly with 100% client-side privacy.

Why convert Excel to CSV?

Converting Excel workbooks to CSV removes proprietary formatting, fonts, and background code, producing lightweight plain-text data files ideal for database imports, software integrations, and data processing.

Common uses for Excel to CSV conversion

An online Excel to CSV converter is essential for developers, accountants, and data analysts importing table datasets into MySQL databases, Google Sheets, Python scripts, or CRM software.

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How to convert an Excel file to CSV online

1

Upload your .xlsx or .xls file from your device or drag it into the dropzone.

2

Click the Convert to CSV button to extract the table content.

3

Review or edit the extracted CSV plain text in the editor box.

4

Copy the text or click Download to save your .csv file.

Data conversion quality

Table data parsing

Row and column cells are converted into standardized comma-separated UTF-8 plain text.

Supported file extensions

Supports modern Excel workbooks (.xlsx) and legacy spreadsheets (.xls).

Compatibility and privacy

Universal CSV compatibility

The generated CSV file can be opened on any spreadsheet application, database, or text editor.

Privacy and spreadsheet security

PDF Magic prioritizes user security. Since all spreadsheet parsing happens locally in your browser, your data is never uploaded to a server.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is converting Excel to CSV free?

Yes. You can convert your .xlsx and .xls files into CSV plain text completely free.

Are my spreadsheets uploaded to a server?

No. The conversion process runs entirely inside your web browser using JavaScript.

Which Excel file formats are supported?

This tool supports modern .xlsx files and legacy .xls files.

Does it export all worksheets in the file?

By default, it converts the first active worksheet in your Excel workbook to CSV.

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