Auto column detection
Headers become legend names. Numeric columns are suggested as series; text columns are suggested as labels.
CSV to chart
Skip retyping: paste rows from Excel or Sheets, map columns into the generator, then copy URL, HTML, or Markdown.
or drag and drop a .csv file here
Best for small exports (under 2MB / ~500 rows). Large files are trimmed automatically.
Preview
Column mapping
3 columns detected
Set each column's role, rename it for the legend, and edit values inline. Changes apply to the chart live.
text
Jan, Feb, Mar
numeric
12000, 18000, 15000
numeric
2000, 3500, 2800
Charting 2 series against Month.
Chart options
Advanced▾
Makes X and Y axis labels larger. Applies to bar, line, area, and horizontal bar charts.
Your data stays private
Heuristic parsing and the live preview run locally in your browser. We do not save or sell uploaded files.
PNG download and shareable chart URLs send chart values to our servers (routine request logs only — not stored).
What the CSV box understands
The importer detects columns automatically. Pick a label column and up to five numeric series. Wide exports show a column-mapping panel under the preview.
Best for small exports (under 2MB or about 500 rows). Larger files are trimmed automatically so the page stays responsive. You can still adjust title, chart type, and format after import.
Up to 5 series
Map columns manually for wide exports — pick labels and numeric series, ignore the rest.
Large files trimmed
Exports over 2MB or about 500 rows are trimmed so the page stays fast — you can still edit values inline.
Data stays in your browser
Parsing and preview run locally. Values only reach our servers when you render a PNG or use a live chart URL.
Use cases
Use case 1
You exported three columns from a spreadsheet — month, revenue, cost — and want a chart in a write-up without opening a BI tool or retyping numbers.
Use case 2
A colleague emailed you a `.csv` snippet; paste it here instead of transcribing into the chart maker by hand.
Use case 3
You asked ChatGPT or Claude for CSV with a header row from your narrative numbers, then paste that output straight into this page.
Examples
CSV you might paste
Quarter,ARR,Churn%
Q1,1200000,2.1
Q2,1280000,1.9
Q3,1350000,1.8Resulting style of URL (after you pick type and format)
Exact string depends on your choices in the form; this shows the shape.
https://getchartkit.com/api/chart?type=line&labels=Q1,Q2,Q3&s0=1200000,1280000,1350000&s0name=ARR&s1=2.1,1.9,1.8&s1name=Churnpercent&title=Quarterly+trend&valueFormat=compact&format=svgSingle-series CSV
City,Population
Metro A,4200000
Metro B,2900000
Metro C,1800000How it works
Upload a `.csv` file, drag-and-drop onto the upload zone, or paste CSV below. Open column mapping for wide exports.
Review the live chart preview, adjust title, chart type, and value format under it, then copy URL, HTML `<img>`, or Markdown embeds.
Publish the chart URL in a doc, blog, or newsletter — or download PNG when your template needs a raster image.
Use with ChatGPT or Claude
FAQ
- Is CSV to chart free?
Yes for manual use through this UI. Bots should respect posted rate limits.
- How many columns are supported?
Up to five numeric series after the label column. Extra columns can be ignored via the column mapper. Files over 2MB or 500 rows are trimmed automatically.
- Can I embed in Markdown after import?
Yes. Once the preview looks right, use the Markdown copy button.
- Can I use charts in email?
Use the PNG option if your ESP prefers raster images; link the `<img>` to your chart URL.
- Where are query parameters documented?
See URL parameters.