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JSON Unescape
Unescape JSON strings back to readable text by converting escape sequences to actual characters
JSON (Escaped)
Input
Mode
Text (Unescaped)
Output
What is JSON Unescape?
This JSON Unescape tool converts JSON escape sequences back into readable text. When you receive JSON strings from APIs or databases containing sequences like \n, \t, \", or \\, this tool decodes them back to newlines, tabs, quotes, and backslashes. This is essential for debugging API responses, reading JSON logs, converting escaped strings from databases, and making JSON content human-readable.
How to Use
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Paste JSON string containing escape sequences (e.g., \n, \t, \")
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Click Unescape to convert sequences back to actual characters
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Copy the unescaped, readable text for use in your application
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Use for debugging APIs, parsing responses, or reading JSON logs
Common Use Cases
Decode JSON strings from API responses and web services
Convert escaped JSON from database query results
Debug JSON content that shows escape sequences
Read JSON log files with escaped messages
Parse JSON configuration files with escaped values
Convert legacy JSON data with escape sequences
Key Features
Unescapes all JSON escape sequences (\n, \t, \", \\, etc.)
Handles Unicode escape sequences (\u0000)
Instant conversion with real-time preview
One-click copy to clipboard
Runs locally in your browser - privacy-friendly
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