Is my data sent to a server?

No. Everything runs locally in your browser and nothing is uploaded, so the tool is safe even for sensitive data.

Is this the exact inverse of escaping?

Yes. It decodes every escape sequence back to the original characters, exactly reversing the escape step.

100% local — your data never leaves your browser

CSV Unescape — Free Online Developer Tool

Unescape a CSV string back to the original text, decoding every escape sequence it contains. Free, private and 100% in your browser.

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Swap: Text → CSV Escaped

CSV Escaped input

Text output

What this tool does

Unescape a CSV string back to the original text, decoding every escape sequence it contains.

Private by design

Everything runs locally in your browser with JavaScript. Your data is never uploaded, which makes the tool safe for sensitive content, and it keeps working offline.

Frequently asked questions

Is my data sent to a server?: No. Everything runs locally in your browser and nothing is uploaded, so the tool is safe even for sensitive data.
Is this the exact inverse of escaping?: Yes. It decodes every escape sequence back to the original characters, exactly reversing the escape step.

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