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JWT Token Decode Encode Online Free

A Free Online Tool for Instant JWT Token Decode/Encode. Easily decode JWT tokens to inspect the header, payload, JWT signatures, and encode JWT tokens using HS256, HS384, or HS512 algorithms.

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Overview

What is a JWT Token?

A JSON Web Token (JWT) is a compact, URL-safe string used to securely transmit claims between parties. JWTs are commonly used for authentication and authorization in web APIs, single sign-on (SSO), and microservices.

How to use

How to Decode JWT Token Using This Tool?

  1. 1

    Open the Decode Tab and Input JWT Token

    Switch to Decode and paste your JWT token into the input field. The tool loads with a sample token so you can see how it works.

  2. 2

    Inspect Header and Payload

    The decoded header shows the algorithm (alg) and token type (typ). The payload shows claims like sub, name, exp, and any custom fields as formatted JSON.

    How to Decode JWT Token Using This Tool? — Inspect Header and Payload — JWT decode tool showing decoded header, payload, token timing, and signature verification
  3. 3

    Verify the Signature (Optional)

    Enter your HMAC secret key in the verification field and click Verify Signature to check whether the token was signed with HS256, HS384, or HS512.

  4. 4

    Review Expiration Claims

    If the token includes exp, nbf, or iat claims, the tool displays human-readable dates and whether the token is expired or not yet valid.

  5. 5

    Encode a New JWT

    Switch to the Encode tab, edit the header and payload JSON, choose an algorithm, enter a secret, and click Generate JWT to create a signed token.

    How to Decode JWT Token Using This Tool? — Encode a New JWT — JWT encode tool showing algorithm, header, payload, secret key inputs and generated JWT output

Features

Benefits

Self-contained: header, payload, and signature in one string

Self-contained: header, payload, and signature in one string

Stateless authentication for REST APIs and SPAs

Stateless authentication for REST APIs and SPAs

Standard format (RFC 7519) supported by most languages and frameworks

Standard format (RFC 7519) supported by most languages and frameworks

Signed tokens help detect tampering with header or payload

Signed tokens help detect tampering with header or payload

Easy to inspect claims like user ID, roles, and expiration

Easy to inspect claims like user ID, roles, and expiration

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about JWT Token Decode / Encode.

A JWT (JSON Web Token) is a signed or unsigned string with three parts: header, payload, and signature. The header describes the signing algorithm; the payload holds claims (data about the user or session); the signature ensures the token has not been altered.

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