JSON Formatter & Beautifier

About JSON Formatter & Beautifier

Format, beautify, minify, and validate JSON data with multiple formatting options. Perfect for cleaning up JSON, reducing file size, or making it more readable.

Key Features

• Multiple Formats: Beautify, minify, or compact JSON
• Custom Indentation: Choose between spaces (2, 4, 8) or tabs
• Sort Keys: Alphabetically sort object keys for consistency
• Remove Comments: Strip single-line and multi-line comments
• Validation: Automatically validates JSON syntax
• File Upload: Upload JSON files directly or paste data
• Instant Preview: Real-time formatting as you type

How to Use

1. Input JSON Data: Paste your JSON data or upload a .json file
2. Choose Format: Select beautify, minify, or compact mode
3. Configure Options: Set indentation, sorting, and comment options
4. Copy or Download: Use the Copy or Download button to save your formatted JSON

Format Modes

• Beautify: Pretty-print with proper indentation and line breaks
• Minify: Remove all whitespace for smallest file size
• Compact: Balance between readability and size

Example Conversion

Minified Input:

{"name":"John","age":28,"city":"New York"}

Beautified Output:

{
  "name": "John",
  "age": 28,
  "city": "New York"
}

Common Use Cases

• Code Cleanup: Format messy JSON for better readability
• File Size Reduction: Minify JSON for production use
• Validation: Check JSON syntax and structure
• Standardization: Ensure consistent formatting across files
• Debugging: Make JSON easier to read and understand

Advanced Options

• Sort Keys: Useful for comparing JSON files or version control
• Remove Comments: Clean up JSON5 or commented JSON
• Custom Indent: Match your project's coding standards

Privacy & Security

All conversions happen locally in your browser. Your JSON data is never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security.