What is a .JSON file?

A .JSON file is a JavaScript Object Notation associated with Code & Data. Lightweight text-based data interchange format based on key-value data structures.

How do I open a .JSON file on Windows or Mac?

You can open .JSON files using VS Code, Notepad++, Sublime Text. If you do not have native software installed, you can use OpenAnyFile's free File Identifier or convert .JSON to a standard format in your browser.

Is a .JSON file safe to open?

This format carries a safety rating of Low Risk. Plain text structured data. Safe.

Can I convert a .JSON file to other formats?

Yes! .JSON can be converted to formats such as .CSV, .YAML directly in your web browser.

What should I do if a .JSON file is corrupted or won't open?

If your .JSON file displays an invalid header or signature error, check its magic bytes hex header (7B 22 (Text string: {" or [)) using OpenAnyFile's Magic Byte Detector or follow our step-by-step file repair guide.

Code & Data • MIME: application/json

.JSON – JavaScript Object Notation

Lightweight text-based data interchange format based on key-value data structures.

Primary Category Code & Data

MIME Type application/json

Magic Bytes Signature 7B 22 (Text string: {" or [)

Security Risk Rating Low Risk

Recommended Software to Open .JSON

VS Code

windows, mac, linux • Free

Notepad++

windows • Free

Sublime Text

windows, mac, linux • Free