JSON Unflatten
Reconstruct deep, nested JSON objects and arrays from flat dot-notation keys.
The full specification and SEO index for this tool is live. The interactive client-side converter is currently in build queue.
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- 1
Paste your flattened JSON object into the workspace.
- 2
Specify the separator character (default ".").
- 3
Inspect the reconstructed hierarchical JSON tree.
- 4
Copy or download the unflattened JSON.
JSON Unflatten: Overview & Capabilities
A JSON Unflattener takes a flat key-value object with dot-notation keys and rebuilds the original deep object and array hierarchy.
Reconstruct deep, nested JSON objects and arrays from flat dot-notation keys. Engineered for developers, it runs 100% client-side in your browser for zero latency and complete privacy—no data is ever stored or transmitted across remote networks.
Explore deeper technical specifications in our comprehensive guide: Query, Transform & Compare Developer Reference Guide →
Key Capabilities
- Rebuilds nested structures from dot-notation keys (e.g. "a.b.c": 1 -> { a: { b: { c: 1 } } })
- Auto-detects numeric keys to reconstruct arrays
- Customizable delimiter character
- Fast in-browser reconstruction
Frequently Asked Questions
Are numeric keys converted to arrays?
Yes, sequential numeric keys like "items.0", "items.1" are reconstructed into arrays.
Does it handle custom delimiters like underscores?
Yes, you can select custom separators like underscores or slashes.
Is my data processed securely?
Yes, unflattening runs 100% client-side in your browser.
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