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JSON Formatter & Validator

Beautify, validate, minify, and inspect JSON payloads client-side with syntax highlighting.

About This Tool

100% private, client-side JSON formatter. Format minified JSON payloads, validate syntax, and inspect nested tree objects without sending data to a server.

1 How to Use Step-by-Step

1. Paste raw JSON into the editor. 2. Click Format, Minify, or Validate. 3. View character counts and copy clean code.

Practical Examples

Input: {"name":"ADX","active":true} Output: Formatted multi-line JSON with syntax color highlighting.

Common Use Cases

• Debugging REST API responses • Formatting configuration files • Validating data payloads before sending

Common Pitfalls & Mistakes

• Trailing commas before closing braces (invalid JSON standard)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my JSON secure?

Yes, processing happens 100% in your browser using native JavaScript JSON.parse.