What is a JSON formatter?

A JSON formatter is a tool that takes raw JSON data and formats it with proper indentation and line breaks, making it easier to read and understand. Our JSON formatter automatically adds 2-space indentation, organizes nested objects and arrays, and highlights syntax for better visibility.

How do I format JSON online?

To format JSON online: 1) Paste your JSON into the editor, 2) Click the "Format" button, 3) Your JSON will be instantly formatted with proper indentation. You can also use Ctrl+V to paste and the formatter will automatically beautify valid JSON.

Is this JSON formatter free to use?

Yes, jsonformatter.me is completely free to use with no limitations. There are no signup requirements, no ads, and no data limits. You can format, validate, and view as much JSON as you need.

Is my JSON data secure?

Yes, your JSON data is 100% secure. All processing happens directly in your browser - no data is ever sent to our servers. Your JSON never leaves your computer, making it safe for sensitive data.

What is the difference between JSON formatter and JSON viewer?

A JSON formatter beautifies JSON text with proper indentation, while a JSON viewer provides an interactive way to explore JSON data through tree views, graphs, or other visualizations. Our tool includes both - you can format JSON in the editor and explore it in the Tree View tab.

Can this tool fix invalid JSON?

Yes! Our JSON formatter includes an intelligent auto-fix feature that can correct common JSON errors like trailing commas, single quotes instead of double quotes, unquoted keys, and missing commas. It will show you what was fixed automatically.

JSON Parser

Parse and analyze JSON data structure

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Free, no signup required. Your data stays in your browser.

About This Tool

Our JSON parser converts JSON strings into a structured format you can explore and analyze. Understand the hierarchy, data types, and structure of your JSON data.

Features

String to Object

Parse JSON strings into explorable JavaScript objects

Structure Analysis

See the hierarchy and nesting of your JSON data

Type Detection

Identify data types for each value (string, number, boolean, null, array, object)

Statistics

Get counts of keys, values, depth levels, and data types

Error Handling

Clear messages when JSON cannot be parsed

Path Extraction

Get the path to any element in your JSON structure

How to Use

Input JSON String

Paste your JSON string into the editor

Parse Automatically

The parser will analyze your JSON instantly

Explore Structure

Use Tree or Stats view to understand your data

Common Use Cases

Understanding API response structures
Analyzing data before processing
Debugging JSON parsing issues
Learning JSON structure for development
Extracting paths for data access

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JSON parsing?

JSON parsing is the process of converting a JSON string into a data structure (like a JavaScript object) that can be programmatically accessed. Our parser shows you the result of this conversion in an interactive format.

How is parsing different from formatting?

Formatting changes how JSON text looks (adding indentation). Parsing actually interprets the JSON and converts it to a data structure. Our tool does both - it parses the JSON and then lets you explore the parsed result.

What do the statistics show?

The Stats view shows: total keys count, maximum nesting depth, counts of each data type (strings, numbers, booleans, nulls, arrays, objects), and array lengths. Great for understanding large JSON documents.

Can I see the path to a specific value?

Yes! In the Tree view, when you select or hover over a node, you can see its full path (like "data.users[0].name"). This is useful for writing code to access that value.

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