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Protobuf / .proto Inspector

Parse common proto2, proto3 and Editions syntax locally, flag field number, reserved, map, oneof, enum and JSON-name risks, and compare revisions.

.proto files are parsed only in this browser
Schemas are not uploaded, protoc and plugins are not run, and imports are not fetched. Anonymous events contain no package, type, field or filename.

Current and older inputs are limited to 2 MiB each. Disk and network imports are not loaded.

Load a sample or paste a .proto to begin

Field inventory, rule findings, ProtoJSON and version compatibility changes will appear here.

This inspector does not replace protoc, load imports or fully evaluate custom options. Compile with the target toolchain and run formal compatibility tests.

About Protobuf / .proto Inspector

Check field rules, ProtoJSON mappings and schema evolution compatibility. Parse common proto2, proto3 and Editions syntax locally, flag field number, reserved, map, oneof, enum and JSON-name risks, and compare revisions. The core workflow is designed to run in your current browser.

Key capabilities

  • Recognize proto2, proto3, Edition 2023 and Edition 2024 declarations
  • Check numbers, reserved ranges, duplicates, maps, oneofs and enum zero values
  • Generate a copyable ProtoJSON example using official type mappings
  • Check number reuse, unreserved deletion, types, enums and RPC changes

Useful for

  • Check forward and backward risks before editing a .proto
  • Browse messages, enums, services and RPCs quickly
  • Review lowerCamelCase, 64-bit integer and bytes JSON shapes

Frequently asked questions

Is Protobuf / .proto Inspector free to use online?

Yes. Protobuf / .proto Inspector opens in a modern browser and does not require desktop software installation.

What is Protobuf / .proto Inspector useful for?

Common use cases include Check forward and backward risks before editing a .proto; Browse messages, enums, services and RPCs quickly.

Is my input or file uploaded?

The core processing workflow is designed to run locally in the browser. Key capabilities include Recognize proto2, proto3, Edition 2023 and Edition 2024 declarations, Check numbers, reserved ranges, duplicates, maps, oneofs and enum zero values, Generate a copyable ProtoJSON example using official type mappings; account, comments, and anonymous analytics may still create normal site requests.

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