How to Decode JWT Tokens in JavaScript Using the jwt-decode NPM Package

jwt-decode NPM Package: How to Decode JWT Tokens in JavaScript (2025)

JSON Web Tokens (JWTs) have become a cornerstone in modern web development, especially for authentication and authorization. As a developer, you may often need to decode these tokens to access their payload data without verifying their signature. The jwt-decode npm package simplifies this process, making it straightforward to work with JWTs in JavaScript applications. In this article, we’ll walk through how to use the jwt-decode package to decode JWT tokens. We’ll cover the basics of JWT structure, the installation process, practical implementation examples, and important considerations for working with JWTs securely. ...

Jul 24, 2025 · 5 min · 1048 words · IAMDevBox