JSON Viewer
Your data stays private. JSON is processed locally in your browser and is not uploaded to our servers.
How to Use JSON Viewer
- 01
Paste or upload
Drop a .json file or paste text into the editor. The file is read on your device only.
- 02
View the tree
Use View JSON to inspect nested objects and arrays. Expand or collapse nodes as needed.
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Format, minify, or copy
Pretty-print for reading, minify for compact payloads, then copy or download the result.
What Is JSON?
JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a structured text format used for APIs, configuration, and data interchange. It represents objects, arrays, strings, numbers, booleans, and null in a format both people and programs can read.
Why Use a JSON Viewer?
Raw JSON is hard to scan when it is minified or deeply nested. A viewer lets you expand only the branches you need, search for a key, and copy a precise path such as data.users[0].name.
Is My JSON Data Private?
Yes. This page does not send your JSON to a server. File uploads are read with the browser File API. If you use this tool with sensitive payloads, you can also disconnect from the network after the page loads.
FAQ
- Is this free?
- Yes. JSON Viewer is free to use in the browser, with no account required.
- Is my JSON uploaded to a server?
- No. Parsing, formatting, search, and downloads all happen locally in your browser.
- How do I format JSON?
- Paste valid JSON and choose Format. The tool parses the data first, then prints it with indentation.
- How do I validate JSON?
- Choose Validate. If the text is not valid JSON, you will see a clear error and, when possible, a position.
- Can I view large JSON files?
- Yes for typical API payloads. Very large files may take longer because everything runs on your computer. The tree is built so visible nodes can be windowed as files grow.