How to Generate a JWT Token
Step-by-step guide to creating a signed JSON Web Token using the DevHexLab JWT Generator.
Tool Used
JWT Generator
1
Open the JWT Generator
Navigate to /tools/security/jwt-generator.
2
Set the header algorithm
Choose the signing algorithm from the dropdown. HS256 (HMAC with SHA-256) is the most common choice for symmetric key signing.
3
Fill in the payload
Enter the claims as JSON. Common claims include sub (subject / user ID), iat (issued at), exp (expiry as a Unix timestamp), and any custom claims your application needs.
4
Enter the secret and sign
Paste your secret key into the secret field and click Generate. Copy the resulting token to use in Authorization headers or testing.
All done!
You are ready to use JWT Generator like a pro.