Format and Validate JSON Data

Tired of looking at messy, minified JSON? Format your code instantly and identify syntax errors with our easy-to-use tool.

When to use this solution:

Use this when you have messy JSON data from an API or file and need to read it or debug syntax issues.

Common Use Cases

Debugging API responsesConfig file editingWeb development debuggingData analysis and exploration

1Step-by-Step Guide

Paste your JSON

Copy and paste your raw or messy JSON data into the editor.

Click Format

Hit the format button to instantly apply proper indentation and spacing.

Review errors

If the JSON is invalid, the tool will highlight the exact line and character where the error occurred.

Copy the result

Once beautified and valid, copy the clean JSON back to your project.

Ready to get started?

Use our free tool to solve this problem in seconds. No installation required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can it fix broken JSON automatically?

It highlights the error location and provides a descriptive error message to help you identify what needs to be fixed.

Is my data sent to the server?

No, all processing is done locally in your browser for maximum privacy.