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Decode JSON Web Tokens and inspect their headers and payloads.
Inspect and Debug JSON Web Tokens
JSON Web Tokens (JWT) are an open, industry-standard RFC 7519 method for representing claims securely between two parties. Our JWT Decoder allows you to take an encoded token and instantly view the Header, Payload, and Signature information. This is an essential debugging tool for developers working with authentication, OAuth2, and OpenID Connect. You can verify that your tokens contain the correct user claims, expiration dates, and issued-at timestamps without needing to write a single line of code. All decoding happens in your browser, ensuring your sensitive token data is never transmitted to our servers.
How to Use
- Paste your encoded JWT into the input field.
- The tool will instantly parse the three parts (Header, Payload, Signature).
- Inspect the JSON data to verify claims like ‘exp’, ‘iat’, and ‘sub’.
FAQ
- What are the three parts of a JWT? Header (algorithm), Payload (data), and Signature (verification).
- Is a decoded JWT secure? The payload is only encoded, not encrypted; anyone with the token can read the data.
- Can I verify the signature here? This version focuses on decoding; verification requires the secret key.
- What is ‘exp’? It stands for ‘Expiration Time’, after which the token is no longer valid.
- Is my token safe? Yes, the decoding logic runs entirely in your local browser environment.
Last Updated: June 24, 2026 | Author: Victor Binyi Tumenta