JSON Validator

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Check JSON and find the exact error line

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JSON Validator — at a glance

Validate any JSON and see the exact line and column of the first error.

Your input
{"a":1,
Run
Result
✕ Invalid JSON
line 1, column 7

How to use it — step by step

Any JSON text — an object, an array or a single value.

1

Paste your input

Paste or type your content into the big input box. Try a sample if you want to see it work.

2

Choose options

Pick the mode and options that fit what you need.

3

Validate JSON

Press the button. The result is created instantly on your device.

4

Copy the result

Check the output and press Copy to use it anywhere.

Pro tips

Small things that make the result better.

✦Most JSON errors are a missing comma, a trailing comma or single quotes instead of double quotes.
✦Property names must be wrapped in double quotes.
✦After it is valid, use the JSON Formatter to make it pretty.

Quick facts

Freeno signup, no limit
Instantresult in a moment
Privatenothing is uploaded
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the line and column mean?+

It points to where the parser first got confused. The real mistake is usually just before that spot.

Are comments allowed in JSON?+

No. Standard JSON does not allow comments or trailing commas.

Is my data safe?+

Yes. Everything runs inside your own browser. Your text, files and images are never uploaded to any server.

Is this tool really free?+

Yes — completely free, no signup, no watermark and no usage limit.

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