jq Playground

Test and learn jq queries interactively in your browser.

How to Use jq Playground

  1. Paste your JSON into the left editor, or click Load Sample to start with example data.
  2. Type a jq filter in the top input field (e.g. .name, .[] | select(.age > 25)).
  3. The query result appears instantly on the right. Use the example dropdown to explore common jq patterns.

Features

  • Runs jq natively in the browser via WebAssembly — no installation required.
  • Built-in tutorial examples covering basic filters, array operations, and pipelines.
  • Real-time execution with instant feedback on syntax errors.
  • Drag and drop JSON files directly into the editor.
  • 100% client-side — your data never leaves your browser.