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    JSON Validator

    Validate JSON syntax and structure instantly. Free browser tool — no signup required.

    Quick Answer

    Paste your JSON and click Validate to check for syntax errors and see structural information about your data.

    How to Use the JSON Validator

    1. Use the input area to provide your data.
    2. The tool processes it instantly in your browser.
    3. Copy or download the result.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What makes JSON invalid?
    Common issues include: trailing commas after the last item, single quotes instead of double quotes, unquoted keys, missing colons or commas, and unclosed brackets or braces.
    Is this validator strict?
    Yes. It uses the built-in JSON.parse() which follows the RFC 8259 specification strictly. No extensions like comments or trailing commas are allowed.

    What is JSON Validator?

    A JSON validator checks whether a string of text conforms to the JSON specification (RFC 8259). It identifies syntax errors such as missing commas, unmatched brackets, invalid escape sequences, trailing commas, and single quotes (which are not valid in JSON). Beyond syntax checking, this validator also reports structural information: the root data type (object, array, string, number, boolean, null), the number of top-level keys, array lengths, and the overall data size in bytes. Validation is essential before processing JSON data in applications, submitting API payloads, or storing configuration files to prevent runtime errors and data corruption.

    How to Use JSON Validator

    1. Paste your JSON into the input field.
    2. Click Validate JSON.
    3. See whether the JSON is valid or invalid.
    4. Review the type, size, and key information.

    Examples

    {"valid": true, "items": [1, 2, 3]}
    {"invalid": true,}  // trailing comma

    Common Use Cases

    • Checking API payloads before sending requests
    • Validating configuration files for deployment pipelines
    • Debugging JSON parsing errors in applications
    • Verifying data exports from databases and services

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