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JSON Unescape Tool

Unescape escaped JSON strings back to their original readable format. Perfect for decoding JSON from source code, logs, or database queries.

Input

text
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Paste your escaped JSON here...
or drop a file anywhere in this pane

Output

json

Unescaped JSON will appear here...
press ⌘↵ to unescape

What Is JSON Unescaping?

JSON unescaping converts escaped characters back to their original form. When JSON is embedded in source code or URL parameters, special characters are escaped. Unescaping restores the original readable JSON.

Unescaping is useful for:

  • Log Analysis: Decoding escaped JSON from application logs.
  • Debugging: Reading JSON from browser console or network inspector.
  • Database Migration: Restoring JSON from escaped database fields.
  • API Responses: Decoding double-encoded JSON payloads.

How to Unescape JSON Online

  1. Paste escaped JSON: Enter the string with escape sequences.
  2. Click Unescape: Escape sequences are converted back to characters.
  3. Copy readable JSON: Use the decoded result.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it validate the unescaped result?

Yes. The tool validates that the unescaped output is valid JSON before displaying it.

What escape sequences are supported?

\n, \r, \t, \\, and \\" are all supported.

Is this tool safe?

Yes. Processing is 100% client-side.

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