CSV to VCF Converter
Convert your CSV contact files to VCF (vCard) format for easy import into contact management systems.
CSV Format Requirements
For optimal conversion results, your CSV file should follow these formatting guidelines:
Required Structure
- •Header row: First row should contain column names
- •UTF-8 encoding: Supports international characters
- •Comma separated: Use commas to separate columns
- •Quoted text: Wrap text containing commas in quotes
Recommended Column Names
- Name, First Name, Last NameNames
- Email, Email AddressEmail
- Phone, Mobile, Home PhonePhone
- Company, OrganizationWork
- Address, StreetAddress
✅ Good Example
Name,Email,Phone
"John Doe","john@email.com","555-0123"
"Jane Smith","jane@email.com","555-0456"
⚠️ Common Issues
- • Missing header row
- • Inconsistent column names
- • Special characters in names
- • Empty rows or columns
💡 Pro Tips
- • Clean data before conversion
- • Use consistent date formats
- • Remove duplicate entries
- • Test with small sample first
How to Export CSV from Different Platforms
🌐Google Sheets
- 1. Open your contact spreadsheet
- 2. Click File → Download
- 3. Select Comma Separated Values (.csv)
- 4. Save the downloaded file
- 5. Upload to the converter
📊Microsoft Excel
- 1. Open your Excel contact file
- 2. Click File → Save As
- 3. Choose CSV (Comma delimited) (*.csv)
- 4. Click Save
- 5. Use saved CSV file for conversion
📧Outlook Export
- 1. Open Outlook.com
- 2. Go to People section
- 3. Click Manage → Export contacts
- 4. Choose CSV format
- 5. Download and convert the file
📱CRM Systems
- 1. Access your CRM contact export
- 2. Select CSV as export format
- 3. Choose contact fields to include
- 4. Download the exported file
- 5. Convert to VCF format
📄LibreOffice Calc
- 1. Open contact spreadsheet
- 2. Go to File → Save As
- 3. Select Text CSV (.csv)
- 4. Choose UTF-8 encoding
- 5. Save and upload for conversion
🏢Database Export
- 1. Query your contact database
- 2. Export results as CSV
- 3. Include column headers
- 4. Use UTF-8 encoding
- 5. Upload to converter
CSV to VCF Field Mapping
Our converter intelligently maps your CSV columns to VCF fields. Here's how different CSV column names are interpreted:
Name Fields
Contact Fields
Work & Address
How to Convert CSV to VCF
Upload CSV File
Select your CSV file containing contact data
Map Fields
Match CSV columns to VCF contact fields
Download VCF
Get your converted VCF file ready for import
When to Use CSV to VCF Conversion
Mobile Import
Convert spreadsheet contacts to VCF for easy import into iPhone, Android, or other mobile device contact apps.
System Migration
Migrate contacts from systems that export CSV to platforms that prefer VCF format for contact import.
Email Sharing
Convert contact lists to individual VCF files that can be easily shared via email or messaging apps.
Data Cleanup
After cleaning contact data in Excel or Google Sheets, convert back to VCF for import into contact managers.
Database Export
Convert customer or employee data exported from databases (CRM, HR systems) to VCF for contact apps.
Business Cards
Convert business contact spreadsheets to VCF format for professional contact sharing and networking.
Troubleshooting CSV Conversion Issues
❌ File Not Loading
If your CSV file won't load:
- • Check file format: Ensure it's a .csv file, not .xlsx or .xls
- • File encoding: Save as UTF-8 to support special characters
- • File size: Very large files (>50MB) may cause performance issues
- • File content: Open in text editor to verify it contains comma-separated data
⚠️ Field Mapping Issues
If fields aren't mapping correctly:
- • Column headers: Use standard names like "Name", "Email", "Phone"
- • Multiple emails/phones: May need separate columns (Email1, Email2)
- • Special characters: Remove or escape characters that break CSV format
- • Empty columns: Remove completely empty columns before conversion
🔧 Data Quality Issues
For better conversion quality:
- • Clean duplicates: Remove duplicate contacts before conversion
- • Consistent formatting: Use consistent phone number and date formats
- • Complete data: Fill in missing first/last names where possible
- • Validate emails: Check that email addresses are properly formatted
✅ Optimization Tips
For best results:
- • Test first: Convert a small sample to verify field mapping
- • Backup originals: Keep copies of your original CSV files
- • Review output: Check converted VCF contacts before importing
- • Import gradually: Import converted contacts in batches for large files
Frequently Asked Questions
What CSV formats are supported?
We support standard CSV formats including Google Contacts export, Outlook CSV, Excel spreadsheets, and custom CSV files. The converter automatically detects common field names.
How do I prepare my CSV file?
Ensure your CSV has a header row with column names like "Name", "Email", "Phone". Use UTF-8 encoding for international characters and remove any completely empty rows or columns.
Can I convert CSV files with thousands of contacts?
Yes! The converter can handle large files with thousands of contacts. Processing happens entirely in your browser, so very large files may take a few seconds to complete.
Will all my CSV columns be included in the VCF?
Standard contact fields (name, email, phone, address, company) will be mapped to VCF. Custom or unusual column names may not be recognized, but you can manually map them during conversion.
Is my data secure during conversion?
Absolutely! All conversion happens directly in your browser using JavaScript. Your CSV files never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy and security.
What vCard version is generated?
The converter generates vCard 3.0 format, which offers the best compatibility across different devices and contact management systems.