JSONPath Query Tester

Test JSONPath expressions online

This JSONPath tester runs a JSONPath expression against your JSON and lists every value it matches. Results update as you type, so you can check a path before you use it in code, an API test or a config file.

How to use it

1. Paste your JSON into the JSON Input box. A sample bookstore document is loaded to start.
2. Type a path in the JSONPath Expression field. It must start with $.
3. See the match count and the matched values below.
4. Click Copy JSON to copy the results as a JSON array.
5. Click one of the Quick Examples to try a ready-made path.

Supported syntax

Syntax	Meaning	Example
$	The root of the document	$
.key	A child property	$.store.owner
['key']	A property in brackets, useful for keys with spaces	$['first name']
[n]	An array item by index, starting at 0	$.store.books[0].price
[*]	Every item of an array or object	$.store.books[*].title
..key	Recursive search for a key at any depth	$.store..author

How it works

The tool parses your JSON, splits the path into steps and walks the data one step at a time. A wildcard step fans out to every child. A recursive step searches the whole subtree for the key. Each value found at the end of the path is one match. Everything runs in your browser.

Limits

• Filter expressions such as [?(@.price > 40)] are not supported and return no matches.
• Slices like [0:2], negative indexes like [-1] and the .* form are not supported. Use [*] for a wildcard.
• If the JSON is not valid, you see an "Invalid JSON input" message instead of results.

Frequently asked questions

What is JSONPath?

JSONPath is a query language for JSON, similar to XPath for XML. A path such as $.store.books[0].title points to one value inside a document.

Why do I get zero matches?

Check that the path starts with $, that key names match exactly (they are case-sensitive) and that you do not use filters or slices.

Is my JSON sent to a server?

No. The JSON is parsed and queried in your browser, so it is safe to test with private data.