{ } JSON Formatter & Validator

Format, validate and minify JSON instantly. Syntax errors highlighted with exact line numbers. Free online JSON formatter — no account needed, runs in browser.

How to Use

1

Paste your JSON

Copy or type your JSON data into the left input area. Minified or messy JSON is fine.

2

Click Format

Press the Format button (or Ctrl+Enter) to instantly beautify and validate your JSON with proper indentation.

3

Copy the result

Use the Copy button to copy the formatted output. Fix any errors shown in the status bar.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a JSON formatter? +
A JSON formatter (also called JSON beautifier or JSON pretty printer) takes minified or poorly indented JSON data and reformats it with proper indentation and line breaks, making it human-readable. It also validates that the JSON syntax is correct.
How do I format JSON online? +
Paste your JSON into the input area, then click Format. The tool automatically detects syntax errors and shows them with the line number. Your formatted JSON appears in the output area ready to copy.
What is the difference between format and minify? +
Formatting adds spaces and line breaks for readability. Minifying removes all unnecessary whitespace to reduce file size — useful for production APIs and config files.
Does this JSON formatter store my data? +
No. Everything runs 100% in your browser using JavaScript. Your JSON data never leaves your computer and is never sent to any server.
Can I validate JSON without formatting it? +
Yes — click the Validate button to check if your JSON is valid without changing its structure. The tool shows a green checkmark for valid JSON or a red error message with the exact problem location.


Guía: Formateador y Validador JSON

¿Qué es?

Un formateador JSON aplica la especificación RFC 8259: indentación correcta, saltos de línea y validación en tiempo real. Los sistemas en producción envían JSON comprimido en una sola línea — esta herramienta lo hace legible e identifica errores de sintaxis.

Útil para: depurar respuestas fetch(), escribir fixtures de prueba, y auditar configuraciones de despliegue.

Cómo usar

  1. Pega JSON en el área de entrada — minificado, parcialmente formateado o con errores.
  2. Haz clic en Formatear (Ctrl+Enter) para validar y embellecer.
  3. Lee la barra de estado: ✓ verde = válido, ✕ rojo = error con posición.
  4. Usa Minificar para salida compacta de producción.

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