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How to Use URL-decode JSON

  1. Paste encoded JSON: Paste a URL-encoded JSON string into the input box, or load the sample.
  2. Click URL-decode: Press the URL-decode JSON button. Percent sequences are decoded, then the JSON is validated and beautified.
  3. Copy the JSON: Copy the formatted JSON output for reading or reuse.

About URL-decode JSON

URL-decode JSON reverses percent-encoding and returns formatted, readable JSON.

  • Auto-Decode: %7B, %22 and all percent sequences are decoded automatically.
  • Validation: The decoded content is checked and beautified as JSON.
  • Clean Output: Indented JSON you can read, copy and reuse instantly.

Perfect for inspecting encoded query params, redirect payloads and form submissions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does URL-decoding JSON do?

It reverses percent-encoding (%7B back to {, %22 back to ") and then validates and beautifies the decoded JSON for easy reading.

Where do URL-encoded JSON strings come from?

Query strings, form submissions, redirects and logs often contain encoded JSON payloads that this tool makes readable.

Is decoding private?

Yes — everything runs in your browser. No encoded data is ever sent to a server.

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