About JSON Formatter

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data-interchange format that is easy for humans to read and write and easy for machines to parse and generate. Our free online JSON formatter helps you beautify, validate, and format JSON data with proper indentation and syntax highlighting.

How to Use the JSON Formatter

Paste your JSON data into the input editor on the left
Click the "Beautify" button to format your JSON with proper indentation
Use "Minify" to compress JSON by removing whitespace
Copy the formatted output or download it as a file

Features

Beautify JSON: Add proper indentation and formatting for readability
Minify JSON: Remove unnecessary whitespace to reduce file size
JSON Validation: Automatically detects and reports syntax errors
Syntax Highlighting: Monaco Editor provides professional code highlighting
Instant Processing: All operations happen in your browser for maximum speed and privacy

Why Format JSON?

Formatting JSON is essential for developers working with APIs, configuration files, and data interchange. Well-formatted JSON is easier to read, debug, and maintain. Whether you're working with REST APIs, configuration files, or database exports, our JSON formatter makes your data readable and professional.

Common Use Cases

Format API responses for debugging
Validate JSON configuration files
Minify JSON for production deployment
Pretty print JSON logs
Convert between formatted and compact JSON