JSON Validator & Formatter
Free online tool to validate JSON syntax, format JSON data, and validate against JSON schemas. Perfect for debugging APIs, configuration files, and data structures.
Enter JSON data in this field. The validator will check syntax in real-time and display formatted output or error messages.
This read-only field displays the formatted JSON output after successful validation, or remains empty if there are errors.
👆 Paste your JSON above to validate it
Or click "Load Example" below to see how it works. All processing happens in your browser - your data never leaves your device.
How to Use This Tool
Using our JSON validator is simple and straightforward. Paste or type your JSON data into the left input box. The validator runs automatically as you type, checking your JSON syntax in real-time and displaying any errors immediately.
If your JSON is valid, you'll see a green success message with statistics about your data structure. The formatted version appears in the right box with proper indentation for readability. Use the "Minify JSON" button to compress your JSON by removing whitespace, or "Format JSON" to apply standard 2-space indentation.
All validation and formatting happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your JSON data never leaves your device, ensuring complete privacy and security for sensitive data. No account registration or API keys required – just paste and validate.
Common Use Cases
JSON validation is essential when working with APIs, configuration files, and data exchange between systems. Developers use JSON validators to debug API responses, verify configuration files for applications, and ensure data integrity before sending requests to servers.
Common scenarios include validating JSON responses from REST APIs, checking JSON configuration files for Node.js or Python applications, formatting JSON for better readability during code reviews, and minifying JSON to reduce payload sizes in production environments.
This tool is particularly useful when troubleshooting parsing errors, learning JSON syntax, or preparing JSON data for documentation. Whether you're a frontend developer, backend engineer, or DevOps professional, validating JSON saves time and prevents runtime errors.
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Why Use Our JSON Validator?
Privacy First
Your JSON data never leaves your browser. All validation happens client-side, ensuring complete privacy for sensitive API responses and configuration data.
Real-Time Validation
Instant validation as you type with clear error messages. See exactly what's wrong and where, making debugging JSON syntax errors quick and easy.
Format & Minify
Not just validation – format JSON with proper indentation or minify to reduce size. Perfect for code reviews and production optimizations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What types of JSON errors can this validator detect?
The validator detects syntax errors (missing commas, brackets, or quotes), invalid characters, incorrect data types, malformed strings, unclosed arrays or objects, trailing commas (not allowed in strict JSON), and structural problems. It provides line numbers and specific error messages to help you fix issues quickly.
Can I validate JSON against a schema?
Yes! Switch to "Validate with Schema" mode using the toggle buttons. Paste your JSON data in the first field and your JSON Schema in the second field. The validator will check if your data conforms to the schema definition and report any validation errors with detailed messages about what failed and why.
Is my JSON data safe when using this tool?
Yes, absolutely. All JSON validation and formatting happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your data never leaves your device or gets sent to any server. This means you can safely validate sensitive API responses, configuration files, or confidential data without privacy concerns.
What's the difference between formatting and minifying JSON?
Formatting (pretty-printing) adds indentation and line breaks to make JSON human-readable, making it easier to understand the structure and debug issues. Minifying removes all whitespace and line breaks to create the smallest possible file size, which is ideal for APIs and network transmission where bandwidth matters. Use formatting for development and debugging, minifying for production APIs.
Can I validate very large JSON files?
Yes, the validator can handle large JSON files. Since processing happens in your browser, the main limitation is your device's memory. For extremely large files (tens of megabytes), you may experience a slight delay, but validation will complete successfully. The tool handles deeply nested JSON structures efficiently.
Do I need to sign up or pay to use this tool?
No, this tool is completely free to use with no signup required. There are no usage limits, no file size restrictions, and no hidden costs. We believe developer tools should be accessible to everyone without barriers.