Jupyter Notebook to Python Converter

Convert your Jupyter Notebook (.ipynb) files to clean Python (.py) scripts instantly with this free ipynb to py tool. Everything runs in your browser so your code stays private while you move experiments into reusable Python modules or share scripts without the notebook interface.

Upload Notebook
Drag and drop or click to upload your .ipynb file

Drop your .ipynb file here or click to browse

Conversion Options
Your notebook will be converted with these features

Preserve Code Structure

All code cells are maintained in order

Convert Markdown to Comments

Markdown cells become Python comments

Add Metadata Header

Includes source filename and conversion date

Skip Tagged Cells

Cells with 'skip' tag are excluded

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About This Tool

How It Works

This converter processes Jupyter Notebook files directly in your browser. No data is sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security. The tool parses the notebook's JSON structure and extracts code cells, converting them into a clean Python script.

Features

  • Instant conversion with no file size limits
  • Preserves cell execution order
  • Converts markdown documentation to comments
  • Adds helpful metadata headers
  • Respects cell tags for selective conversion
  • Download or copy converted code

Common Use Cases

  • Convert notebooks to production-ready Python scripts
  • Share code without requiring Jupyter environment
  • Version control and code review workflows
  • Deploy notebook code to servers or cloud platforms
  • Create executable Python scripts from experimental notebooks

Privacy & Security

Your notebooks are processed entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. No data is uploaded to our servers or any third-party services. This ensures your code remains completely private and secure.

Step-by-Step Tutorial: Convert ipynb to py Locally

Prefer working offline? Jupyter ships with built-in tools to export a notebook to a plain Python file. Follow these steps to convert your .ipynb file using the command line:

  1. Install Jupyter if you don't have it: pip install jupyter or download the Anaconda distribution.
  2. Open a terminal and navigate to the folder containing your notebook.
  3. Run jupyter nbconvert --to python your_notebook.ipynb to create ayour_notebook.py file.
  4. You can also open the notebook in JupyterLab or Jupyter Notebook and choose File → Download as → Python (.py).

This nbconvert method is ideal when automating builds or committing code to version control. If you just need a quick conversion or are on a device without Jupyter installed, use the free online Jupyter to Python converter above. Drag and drop your notebook, copy the generated script, and continue coding without waiting for uploads or installs.

Both approaches produce standard .py files that run with any Python interpreter. The converter preserves cell order and turns markdown cells into helpful comments so your documentation stays with the code.

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Jupyter to Python Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert a Jupyter Notebook to Python?

Use the free converter on this page: click Upload Notebook, select your .ipynb file, and let the tool rebuild the notebook as a clean Python script entirely in your browser. When the preview appears, copy the code to your clipboard or download the ready-to-run .pyfile with one click.

How do I save a Jupyter Notebook as a .py file?

Inside classic Jupyter Notebook choose File → Download as → Python (.py). In JupyterLab the same option lives under File → Save and Export Notebook As → Executable Script. Both exports collect every code cell into a single Python module so you can run the notebook without the Jupyter interface.

How do I open a Jupyter Notebook file in Python?

Launch Jupyter with jupyter notebook your_notebook.ipynb or jupyter lab your_notebook.ipynbto explore the document interactively. If you prefer a scriptable workflow, install nbformat and load the JSON notebook structure in Python, then iterate over each cell to execute or convert the content programmatically.

How do I convert an IPYNB to PY in VS Code?

Install Microsoft’s Python and Jupyter extensions, open the notebook in VS Code, then press Ctrl+Shift+P (or Cmd+Shift+P on macOS) and run Export to Python Script. VS Code creates a .py file that mirrors your notebook cells, complete with formatted Markdown comments and metadata at the top.