What .strings format is expected?

The standard "key" = "value"; format, one entry per line. Comments are ignored and escaped characters like \" and \n are handled.

Does it support .stringsdict plurals?

Not yet. It focuses on the common key/value .strings format. Plural dictionaries use a different XML structure.

No. Conversion happens entirely in your browser.

Converters

iOS .strings to JSON Converter

Convert iOS Localizable.strings files to JSON and back.

Free foreverRuns in your browserNo sign-up

.strings content

JSON

About the iOS .strings to JSON Converter

iOS apps store localized text in .strings files using a "key" = "value"; format. Working with them as JSON is handy for tooling and translation pipelines.

This converter turns a .strings file into a JSON object and back, handling escaped quotes and newlines.

Everything runs in your browser, so your translations stay private.

Key features

Two-way .strings and JSON conversion
Handles escaped quotes, tabs and newlines
Ignores comments
Local, private conversion

How to use

1Choose the direction.
2Paste your .strings or JSON content.
3Copy the converted result.

Examples

.strings to JSON

Input: "login_button" = "Log in";

Output: { "login_button": "Log in" }

Each key/value line becomes a property in the JSON object.

Frequently asked questions

What .strings format is expected?: The standard "key" = "value"; format, one entry per line. Comments are ignored and escaped characters like \" and \n are handled.
Does it support .stringsdict plurals?: Not yet. It focuses on the common key/value .strings format. Plural dictionaries use a different XML structure.
Is my file uploaded?: No. Conversion happens entirely in your browser.