Question 1

Does JSON formatting upload my data?

Accepted Answer

No. Formatting, minifying, and validation run locally in your browser.

Question 2

What usually causes JSON validation errors?

Accepted Answer

Common causes include unquoted keys, unclosed strings, trailing commas, or non-JSON text mixed into the input.

Question 3

What is the difference between formatting and minifying JSON?

Accepted Answer

Formatting adds indentation and line breaks for readability; minifying removes whitespace for transport or embedding.