JWT decoder

Decode a three-part JWT to inspect its JSON header and payload locally. This viewer does not verify the token signature.

Free · No sign-up · Files stay on your device

Features

  • Read the header and payload of a three-part JWT.
  • Handle Base64url-encoded JSON sections.
  • Clearly report that the signature has not been verified.

How to use this tool

  1. Paste the JWT into the input.
  2. Run the decoder.
  3. Inspect the decoded fields and copy or download the JSON.

Good to know

This tool is free without sign-up, with unlimited processing and exports within the displayed input limits.

  • Decoded claims are untrusted until verified by the receiving system. This tool does not validate signature, expiry or authorization.

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