JSON Formatter & Validator

Free Online JSON Formatter to instantly format, validate, and beautify your JSON code for web and app developers. Fix JSON syntax errors, minify JSON data, and download your formatted output — all in one easy-to-use tool.

Format, validate, and beautify your JSON data online with Jitendra Tools. Easily minify JSON, check syntax errors, and download formatted JSON files.

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Input JSON

Formatted JSON

About JSON Formatter & Validator

Jitendra Tools' JSON Formatter helps developers and creators format, validate, and beautify JSON data effortlessly.

  • Format and beautify JSON with proper indentation
  • Minify JSON for compact storage and transfer
  • Validate JSON syntax with instant error feedback
  • Copy formatted JSON or download it as a file
  • Load sample JSON for quick testing

How to Use

  1. Paste your JSON in the input box or click "Load Sample"
  2. Click "Format" to beautify or "Minify" to compress JSON
  3. Click "Validate" to check JSON syntax
  4. Copy or download your formatted JSON using the buttons

JSON Examples

Simple Object

{ "name": "John Doe", "age": 30, "isStudent": false }

Array of Objects

[ { "id": 1, "name": "Product A", "price": 19.99 }, { "id": 2, "name": "Product B", "price": 29.99 } ]

Nested Object

{ "user": { "profile": { "firstName": "Jane", "lastName": "Smith" }, "preferences": { "theme": "dark", "notifications": true } } }

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is JSON?

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data format that is easy for humans to read/write and easy for machines to parse and generate.

Q2. Can I validate large JSON files?

Yes, this tool can handle reasonably large JSON files, though very large files may slow down your browser.

Q3. Do I need to create an account?

No, this JSON Formatter is completely free and does not require any login.

Q4. Can I download formatted JSON?

Yes, you can click the download button in the output panel to save your formatted JSON.

Q5. Does this tool support minifying JSON?

Yes, simply click the "Minify" button to compress your JSON by removing spaces and indentation.