Windows
Compatible applications
Quick Facts
Basic information about this file format
Extension
.GEOJSON
File Type
GeoJSON
Category
Data
Best first step
Use compatible software
Quick Summary
A practical overview of the .geojson file format
GeoJSON is a widely used open standard geospatial data interchange format that represents geographic features with their non-spatial attributes. It's based on JavaScript Object Notation (JSON), making it human-readable and easy to parse by machines. GeoJSON supports various geometry types, includin…
File extension
.GEOJSON
File type
GeoJSON
Category
Data
Recommended action
Open with a trusted compatible app
How to open a .geojson file
Start with a trusted app that supports this format
- Check the file extension carefully and confirm that the file name really ends with .geojson.
- Use software that supports this file type. If one app does not work, try another compatible program for the same platform.
- Update the application if the file was created by a newer version of the software.
- Scan files from unknown sources before opening them, especially documents, archives, scripts, installers, and executable files.
What is a .geojson file?
File extension details and usage information
GeoJSON is a widely used open standard geospatial data interchange format that represents geographic features with their non-spatial attributes. It's based on JavaScript Object Notation (JSON), making it human-readable and easy to parse by machines. GeoJSON supports various geometry types, including Point, LineString, Polygon, MultiPoint, MultiLineString, MultiPolygon, and GeometryCollection. These geometries can represent locations, routes, areas, and collections of these features. Each feature in a GeoJSON file is represented as a JSON object with a 'type' property (set to 'Feature'), a 'geometry' property containing the geometric representation, and a 'properties' property holding the non-spatial attributes as key-value pairs. GeoJSON is commonly used in web mapping applications, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and data analysis tools for storing and exchanging geographic data. Its simplicity and widespread support make it a popular choice for representing spatial information on the web and in various geospatial workflows. It is often used for displaying data on interactive maps and for performing spatial analysis.
Software Compatibility
Programs that may open or work with .geojson files
macOS
Compatible applications
Linux
Compatible applications
Mobile
Mobile applications
Can .geojson files be converted?
Options for saving or exporting this file to another format
In many cases, a .geojson file can be converted by opening it in compatible software and using an option such as Save As, Export, or Convert. The available output formats depend on the file type and the application used.
- Use the original software that created the file when possible.
- Check whether the application supports exporting to common formats.
- Be careful with online converters when working with private, business, or sensitive files.
- If conversion fails, the file may be corrupted, incomplete, encrypted, or not actually a .geojson file.
Why can't I open a .geojson file?
Common reasons this file type may not open correctly
Wrong software
The file may require a specific program that supports the .geojson format.
Incorrect extension
The file extension may have been renamed manually, even though the actual file format is different.
Corrupted file
The file may be incomplete, damaged during download, or transferred incorrectly.
Outdated app
Your software may need to be updated before it can open newer versions of this file format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about .geojson files
To open a .geojson file, use software that supports this file format.
- QGIS
- ArcGIS Pro
- GeoJSON Editor
- Notepad++ (with JSON plugin)
- Visual Studio Code (with GeoJSON extension)
Open the file in compatible software and look for options such as Save As, Export, or Convert. If no export option is available, the file may require a specialized converter or the original application that created it.
- Verify that the file extension is correct.
- Install or update compatible software.
- Try another application that supports this format.
- Check whether the file is corrupted, incomplete, or encrypted.
A file extension alone does not guarantee whether a file is safe or unsafe. Only open files from trusted sources, scan unknown files before opening them, and be especially careful with executable, script, archive, and document files.
File safety tips
Use caution with unknown files
Only open files from trusted sources. Before opening a .geojson file, scan it with antivirus software, verify that the file extension is expected, and avoid running unknown executable, installer, macro-enabled document, or script files.