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JSON Flattener Tool

Convert nested JSON objects into flat key-value pairs with this powerful JSON Flattener Tool. Perfect for APIs, data migration, spreadsheets, and simplifying complex structures.

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JSON Flattener Tool

Flattening Options

How to Use This JSON Flattener

  1. Paste your JSON data in the left input box
  2. Adjust flattening options if needed
  3. Click "Flatten JSON" to transform your nested structure
  4. Use "Prettify" to format your JSON with proper indentation
  5. Copy the result using the "Copy Output" button

This tool converts nested JSON objects into a flat structure with dot notation keys. For example, {"user": {"name": "John"}} becomes {"user.name": "John"}.

For more advanced JSON processing techniques, check out our JSON manipulation guide which covers various transformation scenarios.

Understanding JSON Flattening

JSON flattening is the process of converting nested JSON objects into a single-level structure with compound keys. This is particularly useful for:

  • Preparing data for CSV export or database storage
  • Simplifying complex JSON structures for analysis
  • Creating compatible formats for certain APIs
  • Debugging and examining nested data structures

Our flattener handles all JSON data types including strings, numbers, booleans, arrays, and nested objects. When working with arrays, you can choose whether to preserve them or flatten each element with index-based keys.

Common Use Cases

This tool is widely used by:

  • Developers working with complex API responses
  • Data Scientists preparing JSON data for analysis
  • QA Engineers validating API responses
  • System Administrators processing configuration files

For more information about JSON standards and best practices, visit the official JSON website.

Pro Tip: Combine this tool with our other JSON utilities like validator and minifier for a complete JSON processing workflow.

Key Features

Flatten Nested JSON

Turns deeply nested structures into a flat format with dot or bracket notation.

Custom Delimiters

Choose between dot (.) or bracket ([]) style keys.

Copy-Ready Output

Flattened JSON is instantly copyable for use in Excel, APIs, or other tools.

Supports Repeated Keys

Handles arrays and objects with repeated or nested keys.

Free & Secure

Runs locally in your browser — no login, no uploads.

Frequently Asked Questions

A JSON flattener takes a nested JSON structure and turns it into a flat object where keys represent the full path.

Flattened JSON is easier to work with in spreadsheets, databases, and systems that don't support nested structures.

You can choose between dot notation (e.g. `user.name`) or bracket notation (e.g. `user[name]`).

Yes, all operations are done in-browser and your data never leaves your device.

Yes, modern browsers can process fairly large files without issues.

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