JWT Decoder
Decode the header and payload of a JSON Web Token without verifying its signature.
Input
Result
How to use
Decoding a token
Paste a JWT and press Decode. The header and payload are shown as JSON. The signature is never validated here.
- Paste the token.
- Press Decode.
- Inspect the header and payload claims.
Frequently asked questions
Does this verify the signature?
No. Decoding only reads the token. A valid looking token may still be forged or expired.
Is my token stored?
No. Decoding happens in your browser and the token is never sent anywhere.
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