JSON Unescape Tool
Convert escaped JSON strings into readable JSON instantly.
What is JSON Unescape?
Escaped JSON often appears in API responses, logs, or JavaScript strings. It adds backslashes and escape sequences so the text can be stored, shared, or embedded safely.
Unescaping restores quotes, line breaks, Unicode characters, and backslashes so the JSON is easier to read and copy.
How to Unescape JSON
Paste escaped JSON
Paste a JSON string, escaped object, or text containing Unicode and newline escapes.
Click Unescape JSON
The tool decodes your input and formats JSON when it can.
Copy the result
Copy the decoded result or download it as a file. Your data never leaves this device.
After unescaping, format JSON for reading, validate JSON for syntax checks, or minify JSON for a smaller file.
Common Escaped JSON Examples
Use the unescaper for API responses, JavaScript strings, Unicode values, and text with escaped line breaks.
{\"status\":\"success\"}"{\"id\":123}"\u65e5\u672c
hello\nworld
{
"status": "success"
}JSON Escape vs Unescape
| Escape | Unescape | |
|---|---|---|
| Direction | JSON to escaped string | Escaped string to JSON |
| Quotes | Add backslashes | Remove backslashes |
| Best use | Sharing, storing, or embedding JSON | Reading, debugging, and copying JSON |
Frequently asked questions
What is JSON unescape?
JSON unescape restores escaped quotes, backslashes, Unicode sequences, line breaks, and tabs to their readable form. After decoding, open JSON Formatter if you want clearer indentation.
How do I unescape JSON?
Paste escaped JSON into the tool and click Unescape JSON. The result is decoded and formatted in your browser. To spot differences between two decoded payloads, use JSON Compare.
How do I remove backslashes from JSON?
Use this JSON unescape tool to decode escaped quotes and backslashes without uploading your data.
How do I decode escaped JSON?
Paste your escaped text into the tool and click Unescape JSON. It parses the decoded content when it is valid JSON. If parsing still fails, check syntax with the JSON Validator.
Can I unescape a JSON string?
Quoted JSON strings are supported, including strings that contain escaped quotes and braces.
Does this tool decode Unicode and new lines?
Yes. Unicode escapes such as 你好 and newline escapes such as hello world are decoded locally.