Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I use the extension?
Simply visit any URL that returns a raw JSON response, or open a local .json file in your browser. The extension will automatically detect the format and beautify it for you.
Q: Does this extension send my data to any servers?
No. All processing is done 100% locally within your browser. Your data never leaves your computer. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for more details.
Q: Why isn't the extension formatting a specific page?
Ensure the Content-Type header of the page is set to application/json. The extension activates automatically when it detects standard JSON content-types.
Q: Is it free to use?
Yes, Simple JSON Formatter is completely free to use for the developer community.