Free Excel to Parquet Converter Online

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How It Works

1

Drop Your Excel File

Drag and drop any .xlsx or .xls file onto the page, or click to browse. Your file stays in your browser — nothing is uploaded.

2

Automatic Conversion

The file is parsed and converted to Parquet with automatic type detection and Snappy compression. If the workbook has multiple sheets, use the sheet selector dropdown to pick the one you need. Preview the data to verify it looks correct.

3

Download Parquet

Click the download button to save your Parquet file. Column types are inferred automatically, and the file is compressed for optimal size.

Why Use Infograph AI's Excel to Parquet Converter

Privacy-First

Your files never leave your browser. All conversion happens locally using WebAssembly — no uploads, no servers, no tracking.

Instant Conversion

Powered by a browser-based WebAssembly engine. Convert files with millions of rows in seconds, right in your browser.

No File Size Limits

Convert files up to several hundred megabytes. No artificial row limits or file size restrictions.

100% Free

No sign-up, no credit card, no hidden limits. Use this converter as much as you need, completely free.

Use Cases

Excel is the most common spreadsheet format, but Parquet is the standard for modern data pipelines. This converter bridges the gap. Data engineers use it to convert Excel exports into Parquet before loading into Snowflake, BigQuery, or Databricks — skipping the CSV step entirely. Analysts use it to compress large spreadsheets for archival or efficient querying. Since everything runs locally, it's safe for sensitive financial data, HR spreadsheets, or any file that shouldn't be uploaded to third-party services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Excel to Parquet converter free?

Yes, completely free with no limits. No sign-up or credit card required.

Which Excel formats are supported?

Both .xlsx (modern Excel) and .xls (legacy Excel) formats are supported.

Is my data safe during conversion?

Your data never leaves your browser. All conversion happens locally using WebAssembly. We never see, store, or transmit your files.

What happens with multiple sheets?

If your workbook has multiple sheets, a sheet selector dropdown appears in the toolbar. You can switch between sheets instantly — the data preview and download update automatically. The first non-empty sheet is selected automatically.

What compression is used for the Parquet output?

The output uses Snappy compression by default, which provides a good balance of file size and read speed. Snappy is supported by all major data tools.

Are formulas preserved?

The converter exports the calculated values, not the formulas themselves. What you see in Excel is what you get in Parquet.

Do I need Python or Spark?

No. This tool runs entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. No Python, Java, Spark, or any other software needed.

Do I need Microsoft Office installed?

No. This tool runs entirely in your browser. No Office, LibreOffice, or any other software required.

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