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How to pretty-print and validate JSON in your browser

A minified API payload is hard to read and easy to break. ChargeBite formats and validates JSON locally — nothing is sent to a server.

Updated 2026-09-08

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JSON Pretty Print →

Step-by-step

  1. Open JSON Pretty Print.
  2. Paste JSON or upload a .json / .txt file (about 5 MB max).
  3. Pick 2 spaces, 4 spaces, or tabs, then format. Errors show line and column.
  4. Copy the result or download a .pretty.json file. Use minify when you need a compact payload.

What it will not parse

JSON5, comments, trailing commas, and single quotes are syntax errors here on purpose. If a config file is not strict JSON, fix those extras before you expect a validator to pass.

FAQ

Is my JSON uploaded?

No. Parsing and formatting run entirely in this browser.

Do you allow comments or trailing commas?

No. This tool validates standard JSON (RFC 8259) and reports line and column on errors.