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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.
How it works
JSONPath Tester, without the upload.
Add your data
Paste a value, open a local file or begin with the working sample.
Run the tool
The transformation executes in your browser, not on our servers.
Review the result
Check the output, then copy or download it for your next task.
Important limitations
What to check before using the result
Review required
JSONPath has multiple implementations with small syntax differences; verify compatibility with your target library.
Review required
A successful query does not validate the structure of future documents.
Common questions
About JSONPath Tester
Does JSONPath Tester upload my data?
No. Your input is processed by code running in your browser and is not sent to an application server.
Is JSONPath Tester free to use?
Yes. The tool is free, requires no account and can be used directly in the browser.
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.