JWT Signature Validator

Verify JWT token signatures with a secret key

Input

Enter JWT and secret key

Result

Validation result

Enter a JWT and secret key, then click validate...

About JWT Signature Validation

JWT signature validation verifies that a token was created with a known secret key and hasn't been tampered with. This tool supports HS256 (HMAC-SHA256) signatures.

Verify the cryptographic signature of JSON Web Tokens using HMAC SHA-256. Paste a JWT and your secret key to determine if the signature is valid. All verification is performed in your browser using the Web Crypto API.

Key Features

  • HS256 signature verification
  • Web Crypto API — browser-only
  • Header and payload decoding
  • Valid/invalid visual indicator
  • No data sent to server

How to JWT Signature Validator

  1. 1

    Paste JWT

    Enter a complete JWT (header.payload.signature).

  2. 2

    Enter secret

    Provide the signing secret key.

  3. 3

    Verify

    Click verify to check if the signature is valid.

Common Use Cases

  • Debugging JWT authentication issues
  • Verifying token signatures in development
  • Checking if a JWT was tampered with
  • Testing API authentication flows

Frequently Asked Questions

What algorithms are supported?
Currently HS256 (HMAC SHA-256). RS256 and other asymmetric algorithms require public key verification.

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