JWT Decoder

Inspect tokens locally · no leakage

We never validate the signature here, that needs the secret/key. Decoding is local; the token never uploads.

Expiry

Valid · expires 5/18/2033, 3:33:20 AM

Algorithm

HS256

Type

JWT

Header

{
  "alg": "HS256",
  "typ": "JWT"
}

Payload

{
  "sub": "user_123",
  "name": "Alice",
  "iat": 1700000000,
  "exp": 2000000000,
  "role": "admin"
}

Signature (base64url)

fake-signature-for-demo

Signatures need the secret (HMAC) or public key (RSA/ECDSA) to verify. We don't do that here on purpose, keeps the tool 100% client-side and prevents secret leakage.

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Questions

Is JWT Decoder free?
Yes. JWT Decoder is completely free, with no account, no sign-up, and no usage limits. It runs entirely in your browser.
Do my files get uploaded when I use JWT Decoder?
No. JWT Decoder processes everything on your device, so your files and text never leave your browser. You can verify it yourself: open your browser's Network tab and you'll see no uploads.
How do I use JWT Decoder?
Open JWT Decoder in your browser, no install or sign-up needed, then paste, type, or drop in your input and the result appears instantly. Paste a JWT, see decoded header, payload, signature, plus expiry status. Detects standard claims (iat, exp, nbf), shows expired vs valid clearly. Browser-only, your token never uploads.
Is there a file size limit in JWT Decoder?
There's no hard file or text size limit. Because JWT Decoder runs locally in your browser, the only ceiling is your device's available memory, and everyday files process instantly.