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Watch: compare two JSON documents
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Data & developer tools JSON
JSON Compare
See what changed between two JSON documents without sending either one anywhere.
Workspace
Compare original and updated JSON
Runs locally in your browser. Your documents are not uploaded, saved, or included in sharing.
Or drop one .json or .txt file here (up to 5 MiB). Replaces this input; stays on your device.
The version you want to compare from.
Or drop one .json or .txt file here (up to 5 MiB). Replaces this input; stays on your device.
The version you want to compare to.
Comparison result
Your comparison will appear here.
Comparison rules
Meaning over formatting
- 01Object order is ignored
Reordering keys does not create a difference.
- 02Arrays stay ordered
Moving an array item is a meaningful change.
- 03Every change has a path
Find edits quickly with paths like
$.user.nameor$.items[2].
Example
Try a three-way change
Original Updated
"version": 1 "version": 2
"legacy": true "newTool": "compare"Load the example to see a changed value, an added key, and a removed key in one report.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Does whitespace affect the result?
No. Both documents are parsed before comparison, so spaces, line breaks, and object key order are ignored.
How are arrays compared?
Array order and position are significant. An item at $.items[1] is compared with the item at the same position in the other document.
Can I share a comparison with someone?
You can share the tool link, but document content is never placed in the URL. Copy or download the report locally when you need to send the result.