How CSV to PHP Array works
The first non-empty row supplies the keys; every later row becomes an associative array. String values preserve identifiers such as 00123 and avoid guessing at dates or numeric formats.
Convert your file
Select a CSV, TSV, or delimited text file up to 50 MB and choose Convert. Review the generated PHP, then copy it or download the .php source. Common comma, tab, semicolon, and pipe separators are detected.
Before using the output
This is a data literal, not an application or database loader. Review headers and values before adding the code to a project. Treat imported values as untrusted if your program later displays them.
Frequently asked questions
Are numeric-looking values converted to numbers?
No. Every cell stays a string so leading zeroes and formatting are preserved.
Does the converter upload my file?
No. The page reads and converts the file locally in your browser.
What happens to repeated headings?
Duplicate headings receive a numeric suffix so each array key remains distinct.
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