JSON Beautifier / Minifier

Make JSON readable with formatting, or minify it for smaller payloads.
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Formatting options
Helps stable diffs in Git and API debugging.
Tip: If you need error line/column highlighting, use the JSON Validator tool.
Quick actions
Privacy: runs locally in your browser. No uploads.

Bulk format (multiple JSON blocks)
Separate blocks using a line containing only: ---
Limit: 50 blocks

What is a JSON beautifier and minifier?

A JSON beautifier formats JSON with indentation and line breaks so it’s easier to read, debug, and review in code. A JSON minifier removes unnecessary whitespace to reduce payload size, which is useful for APIs, caching, and storage.

Use beautified JSON for development and debugging, and minified JSON for production systems where performance and size matter. This tool runs locally in your browser, so your JSON never leaves your device.

Common use cases

  • Formatting API responses for readability
  • Minifying JSON payloads for faster requests
  • Cleaning JSON before storing in a database
  • Generating stable diffs by sorting keys
  • Preparing JSON config files for apps and tools

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Will beautifying JSON change its meaning?

No. Beautifying changes whitespace only; the data stays the same.

2. What does JSON minify remove?

Minification removes spaces and line breaks, making JSON smaller.

3. Can JSON contain comments?

Standard JSON does not support comments. Some tools allow “JSONC”, but strict parsers will reject it.

4. What does “Sort keys” do?

It orders object keys alphabetically to create consistent output for diffs and debugging.

5. Is my JSON uploaded anywhere?

No. Everything runs locally in your browser.

6. Why do some parsers reject my JSON?

Common issues are trailing commas, unquoted keys, single quotes, and invalid escape sequences.

7. Can I format huge JSON?

Very large JSON can be slow in the browser. For massive payloads, consider server-side tooling.

8. Can I format multiple JSON blocks at once?

Yes. Use bulk mode and separate blocks with ---.

9. Does minified JSON help performance?

Yes. Smaller payloads are faster to transfer and often faster to parse.

10. Do you store any data?

No. No tracking, no saving, no uploads.

Quick tips
If JSON fails to parse, use the Validator tool for a clearer error message.
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