Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about CodBolt

Can't find what you're looking for? Browse our frequently asked questions below. If you still need help, feel free to reach out through our support channels.

General Questions

CodBolt is a free, online platform providing professional data conversion and formatting tools. We offer tools for JSON formatting, data conversion (JSON, CSV, XML, YAML), encoding/decoding, and data comparison. All tools are free to use with no registration required.

Yes, absolutely! CodBolt is completely free to use. There are no hidden fees, no registration required, and no usage limits. All our tools are available for both personal and commercial use at no cost.

No, you don't need to create an account. All our tools work immediately without any registration or sign-up process. Just visit the tool you need and start using it right away.

CodBolt works on all modern browsers including:

  • Google Chrome (latest version)
  • Mozilla Firefox (latest version)
  • Microsoft Edge (latest version)
  • Safari (latest version)
  • Opera (latest version)

We recommend using the latest version of your browser for the best experience.

Privacy & Security

Yes, your privacy is our top priority. Most of our tools process data entirely in your browser, meaning your data never leaves your device. For tools that use our API, data is processed temporarily and never stored permanently. We don't track, store, or share your data.

No, we do not store your data. Browser-based tools process everything locally on your device. For API services, data is processed in memory and immediately discarded after processing. We may log API requests for security purposes, but these logs don't contain your actual data content.

Yes, all connections to CodBolt are encrypted using HTTPS (SSL/TLS). This ensures that all data transmitted between your browser and our servers is secure and protected from interception.

Using the Tools

Using our tools is simple:

  • Navigate to the tool you need from the Tools menu
  • Enter or paste your data in the input field, or upload a file using the upload button
  • Configure any options (if available)
  • Click the process/convert button
  • Copy or download the result

Our tools support various formats depending on the tool:

  • JSON Tools: .json files or JSON text
  • CSV Tools: .csv files or CSV text
  • Base64 Tools: Any file type (text, images, PDFs, etc.)
  • Text Input: Direct text input in textareas

Most tools accept file uploads up to 10MB in size.

The maximum file size for most tools is 10MB. This limit helps ensure fast processing and protects our servers. For larger files, consider processing them in smaller chunks or using our API for programmatic access.

Yes! Many tools support keyboard shortcuts:

  • Ctrl/Cmd + Enter: Process/Convert the input
  • Ctrl/Cmd + C: Copy output (when available)

Check individual tool pages for specific shortcuts.

JSON Tools

JSON formatting (also called "pretty printing") makes JSON data more readable by adding proper indentation and line breaks. This is useful for debugging, documentation, and human review of JSON structures.

Format (Pretty Print): Adds indentation and line breaks to make JSON readable. Best for development and debugging.

Minify: Removes all unnecessary whitespace to make JSON as compact as possible. Best for production, APIs, and reducing file size.

JSON Compare analyzes two JSON objects and identifies all differences including:

  • Added elements (present in second JSON but not in first)
  • Removed elements (present in first JSON but not in second)
  • Modified elements (same path but different values)
  • Unchanged elements

Results show the exact path and values for each difference, making it easy to understand what changed.

Conversion Tools

Yes! Our JSON to CSV converter handles nested JSON structures. Nested objects and arrays are flattened into columns with appropriate naming. Complex nested data may result in multiple rows or expanded column names to represent the hierarchy.

Our conversion tools are highly accurate and handle edge cases properly. We use industry-standard algorithms and libraries to ensure data integrity. However, some data types may require manual review after conversion, especially for complex nested structures or custom formats.

Base64 Encoding

You can encode almost anything with Base64:

  • Text strings and documents
  • Images (PNG, JPG, GIF, SVG, etc.)
  • PDF files
  • Binary files (ZIP, EXE, etc.)
  • Any file type

Our Base64 encoder automatically detects file types and handles them appropriately.

Troubleshooting

Error messages are designed to help you fix the issue. Common solutions:

  • Invalid JSON: Check for missing commas, quotes, or brackets. Use the JSON Formatter to validate your JSON first
  • File too large: Reduce file size to under 10MB or process in smaller chunks
  • Invalid format: Ensure your input matches the expected format for the tool
  • Network error: Check your internet connection and try again

If the error persists, try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache.

Try these troubleshooting steps:

  • Refresh the page (Ctrl/Cmd + R)
  • Clear your browser cache and cookies
  • Check if JavaScript is enabled in your browser
  • Try a different browser
  • Disable browser extensions that might interfere
  • Check your internet connection

If problems continue, the issue might be with your input data format.

Technical Questions

Yes, we have a RESTful API available. You can access interactive API documentation through Swagger UI. The API provides programmatic access to all our conversion tools. Check our API documentation for endpoints, request/response formats, and integration examples.

Yes! You can integrate CodBolt into your applications in two ways:

  • Browser-based tools: Link to our tools or embed them (with proper attribution)
  • API integration: Use our RESTful API to programmatically access conversion services

All tools are free for both personal and commercial use. See our Copyright page for usage terms.

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