JSON Validator

How to Use JSON Validator

1

Paste or Upload JSON

Paste raw JSON into the editor, upload a .json file, or click "Load Sample" to begin.

2

Validate Instantly

Click Validate to see a green success banner or a precise error with line and column numbers.

3

Format, Minify & Export

Beautify with 2 spaces or tabs, compress to a single line, or download the validated JSON.

Key Features

Precise Error Reporting

Syntax errors show the exact line, column, and a human-readable description of the problem.

Format & Minify

Beautify valid JSON with 2-space, 4-space, or tab indentation, or compress it to one line.

File Upload & Download

Load .json files directly and download the validated or formatted result in one click.

Success Statistics

See JSON type, key count, array length, and nesting depth for the validated document.

100% Client-Side

All validation happens locally in your browser. Nothing is sent to any server.

Frequently Asked Questions about JSON Validator

Common causes are missing or extra commas, unquoted keys, single quotes instead of double quotes, trailing commas, and unmatched brackets.

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