Validate & Inspect

JSON Validator

Check whether pasted JSON can be parsed. The result is generated locally in your browser.

Validate & Inspect - local browser run

What this tool is for

JSON Validator gives a quick pass/fail check for payloads before they go into an API client, config file, or issue report.

When to use it

Use it when a tool says JSON is malformed and you want the browser parser's exact complaint.

What the result means

The result reports valid JSON and identifies the top-level type, or shows the parse error message.

Use notes

  • Paste the exact payload you want to test.
  • Trailing commas and comments are not valid JSON.
  • For schema rules, use a dedicated JSON Schema validator.

Privacy and limits

Everything runs in your browser tab. Avoid pasting production secrets, private tokens, customer data, or proprietary code into any online page unless your team policy allows it.