JSON to PHP Converter - Generate PHP Classes

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What is JSON to PHP Converter?

Need to generate PHP classes from your JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) data? This tool does that instantly. Perfect for PHP developers working with Laravel, Symfony, or WordPress who need to deserialize JSON into strongly-typed PHP objects. Generate classes, properties, and type declarations automatically.

According to PHP documentation, typed properties and classes make code more maintainable and catch errors early. Our converter analyzes your JSON structure and generates proper PHP classes. First, validate your JSON using our JSON Validator, then convert it to PHP. You can also format your JSON with our JSON Formatter first if needed.

Everything happens in your browser – your JSON never leaves your computer. Convert, download, and use your PHP classes right away.

How to Use JSON to PHP

Follow these steps to convert JSON to PHP classes. Each step uses the actual buttons and panels on this page.

Paste, Upload, or Load Sample

Paste your JSON into the left JSON Input panel, or click Upload to load a .json or .txt file. Click Sample to see example JSON. Example input:

{"subscriberId":"SUB-1001","plan":"Unlimited 5G","dataUsage":45.2,"status":"active"}

Invalid JSON will show an error. Use our JSON Validator first if unsure. Configure class name, namespace, typed properties, and nullable types in the options above.

View Generated PHP Output

The right PHP Output panel shows the generated PHP code instantly. JSON objects become classes, arrays become arrays.

Download or Copy

Click Download to save the PHP file, or Copy to copy to your clipboard. Use Clear on the input panel to start over. All processing runs in your browser.

When You'd Actually Use This

Laravel Applications

Generate PHP classes from JSON API responses for Laravel. Create models or data structures for JSON-based APIs or configuration files. Perfect for Laravel's JSON processing needs.

Symfony Applications

Create PHP classes from JSON data for Symfony apps. Generate data models for JSON-based APIs or integrations. Perfect for Symfony's flexible architecture.

WordPress Development

Generate PHP classes from JSON data for WordPress plugins or themes. Create data models for JSON-based APIs or configurations. Perfect for WordPress development.

Code Generation

Generate PHP code from JSON data structures. Perfect for creating data models, DTOs, or entity classes from JSON schemas or API responses.

Common Questions

Is my JSON data stored?

Nope. Everything happens right in your browser. Your JSON never leaves your computer – we don't even see it. Check out the ECMA-404 standard for more details.

How are JSON objects handled?

JSON objects become PHP classes. Properties become class properties, and nested objects become nested classes or references. Arrays become PHP arrays. Check out the RFC 8259 for more details.

Can I use the generated PHP code?

Yes. The generated PHP code is valid and ready to use. Drop it into your PHP project and start using it. You may want to review and refine the classes for your specific use case.

What about typed properties?

You can enable typed properties in the configuration options. This generates PHP classes with typed properties for better type safety (PHP 7.4+).

Does it work with large JSON files?

Yep. Since everything happens in your browser, it depends on your device. Small to medium JSON structures convert instantly. Really huge structures might take a few seconds.

What PHP version is supported?

The generated code works with PHP 7.4 and later. It uses standard PHP features and follows PSR standards for maximum compatibility.

Other JSON Tools You Might Need

Conversion is just one JSON task. Here are other tools that work well together: