Format JSON Online
This plugin adds a “JSON Formatter” tool under the Tools menu in your WordPress admin. It allows you to quickly paste unformatted JSON, click a button, and get beautified, validated output without leaving your site.
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Format JSON Online shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Format JSON Online stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| beautify | #31 |
| formatter | #19 |
| JSON | >100 |
| tool | >100 |
| validate | >100 |
About Format JSON Online
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
This plugin adds a “JSON Formatter” tool under the Tools menu in your WordPress admin. It allows you to quickly paste unformatted JSON, click a button, and get beautified, validated output without leaving your site.
For more information or to use the original web-based tool, please visit the official website.
Installation
- Upload the
format-json-onlinefolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to Tools > JSON Formatter to use the tool.
Frequently asked questions
Does it support large JSON?
Yes, the plugin can handle large JSON strings. However, extremely large files may be limited by your browser’s performance or server timeout settings.
Where can I find support?
For support or questions, please use the support forum on the WordPress.org plugin page.
Changelog
1.0.1
- Fixed enqueuing and contributors.
1.0
- Initial release.
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FAQ
Format JSON Online: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 25, 2026
Is Format JSON Online free?
Yes. Format JSON Online is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Format JSON Online safe to use in 2026?
Format JSON Online shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Format JSON Online?
Format JSON Online is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 663 times since it launched in October 2025. It was downloaded 47 times in the last 30 days.
Does Format JSON Online work with WordPress 7.1?
Format JSON Online is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Format JSON Online last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on October 14, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes Format JSON Online?
Format JSON Online is developed and maintained by anilpeter75.
What are the best alternatives to Format JSON Online?
The most popular alternatives to Format JSON Online are Minify HTML (10K+ installs), Fast HTML Minify (20+ installs) and Code Snippet Beautifier (<10 installs).
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