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JSONPath Tester
Test JSONPath expressions against sample JSON and inspect matching values locally in your browser.
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Your input and result are not sent to JSON Hearth or stored on a server.
When to use it
What JSONPath Tester helps you do
JSONPath is a query notation for selecting values from nested JSON. Test expressions against real examples before using them in code or automation.
Explore nested data
Find matching values across arrays and objects without manually expanding every branch.
Debug an expression
Verify whether a path, wildcard or filter returns the records you expect.
Important limitations
What to check before using the result
- JSONPath has multiple implementations with small syntax differences; verify compatibility with your target library.
- A successful query does not validate the structure of future documents.
Common questions
About JSONPath Tester
What does the dollar sign mean in JSONPath?
The dollar sign represents the root value of the JSON document.
Why does my JSONPath work here but not in another tool?
JSONPath is widely used but not implemented identically everywhere. Check the syntax supported by the library in your application.