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JSON to Mongoose Schema
Generate Mongoose schemas from JSON instantly. Supports JavaScript and TypeScript output, timestamps option, nested objects, and arrays. Free, runs entirely in your browser.
How to Use
- Paste or type your JSON into the left panel. The tool validates it in real time.
- Set a Model name (default:
User). This names the schema variable and the Mongoose model. - Choose JavaScript or TypeScript output mode.
- Toggle timestamps On or Off.
- Click Generate Schema or wait for real-time conversion.
- Click Copy to copy the output to your clipboard.
Type Mapping
null→mongoose.Schema.Types.Mixed- string →
String - number →
Number - boolean →
Boolean - array of primitives →
[String]/[Number]/[Boolean] - array of objects →
[subSchema](separate schema generated) - nested object → separate schema variable referenced inline
Example
Given this JSON with model name User:
{"username": "alice", "age": 28, "tags": ["admin"], "address": {"city": "London"}}
JavaScript output (timestamps On):
const mongoose = require('mongoose');
const { Schema } = mongoose;
const addressSchema = new Schema({
city: { type: String },
});
const userSchema = new Schema({
username: { type: String },
age: { type: Number },
tags: [String],
address: addressSchema,
}, { timestamps: true });
module.exports = mongoose.model('User', userSchema); FAQ
What does this tool generate?
It generates Mongoose schema definitions from JSON. Each nested object becomes its own named schema, and a model export is included at the bottom.
What language modes are supported?
JavaScript (CommonJS require/module.exports) and TypeScript (ES module import/export with Document interface and generic schema).
How are JSON types mapped to Mongoose types?
string → String, number → Number, boolean → Boolean, null → mongoose.Schema.Types.Mixed, array of primitives → [Type], array of objects → separate sub-schema, nested object → separate sub-schema.
What does the timestamps option do?
When On, the schema is created with { timestamps: true }, which automatically adds createdAt and updatedAt fields managed by Mongoose.
Are all fields marked as required?
No. Fields are generated without required: true by default since JSON alone cannot determine required status. Add required manually as needed.
Is my data sent to a server?
No. The entire conversion runs in your browser. No data leaves your machine.