JWT Decoder Online — Decode & Inspect JWT Tokens

Decode and inspect JSON Web Tokens instantly. View header, payload, and expiry. Fully client-side — your token never leaves your browser.

About JWT Decoder — Decode & Inspect JSON Web Tokens Online

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This free online JWT decoder decodes JSON Web Tokens and displays the header, payload, and expiry information in a clear, readable format. A JWT consists of three base64url-encoded parts — header, payload, and signature — separated by dots. This tool decodes the header to show the algorithm (RS256, HS256, ES256, etc.) and the payload to reveal all standard claims (exp, iat, nbf, sub, iss, aud) and any custom claims. It does not verify the signature, as that requires the secret key or public key used to sign the token. If an exp claim is present, the tool computes whether the token has expired based on the current time and shows the expiry date in a human-readable format. Decoding happens entirely in your browser — your token is never sent to any server.

Key Features

  • Decodes JWT header — shows algorithm (RS256, HS256, ES256) and token type
  • Decodes JWT payload — displays all standard and custom claims in readable JSON
  • Expiry check: reads the exp claim and shows whether the token has expired
  • Shows issued-at (iat) and not-before (nbf) as human-readable timestamps
  • Does not verify the signature — no secret key or public key is required
  • Your JWT token never leaves your browser — safe for inspecting real tokens

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