{ } JSON Formatter

Paste messy JSON, get it pretty, validated and minified – with the exact error position when it's broken.

🔒 Runs in your browser · files never uploaded

How to use the JSON Formatter tool

  1. Paste JSON (or drop a .json file).
  2. Click Format, Minify or Validate.
  3. Copy the result or download.

Frequently asked questions

Is it safe to paste API responses with secrets?

Yes. The formatter runs 100% client-side; nothing is transmitted or logged.

Why does it say "Unexpected token"?

Common causes: trailing commas, single quotes instead of double, unquoted keys, or comments. The error message shows the line and column.

How big a file can it handle?

Tens of MB comfortably in a desktop browser.

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