PBF Decode Tool

Parse and analyze Protocol Buffer (.pbf) files directly in your browser with this free online tool.

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Client-Side Privacy

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Worked Example & Common Values

Below is a sample worked calculation demonstrating how PBF Decode Tool processes input data instantly inside your browser.

Sample Input Minified string: {"id":1,"status":"active","roles":["admin"]}

Computed Result

{
  "id": 1,
  "status": "active",
  "roles": [
    "admin"
  ]
}

Execution Mode Client-Side In-Browser JS

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About This Tool

The PBF Parser Online tool allows you to upload Protocol Buffer (.pbf) files and parse them directly in your browser without sending data to any server. It uses the protobuf.js library to decode binary PBF files and display their structure, fields, and values in a human-readable format. You can analyze message structures, view field types and values, and export the parsed data as JSON for further analysis. All processing happens locally in your browser for maximum privacy and security.

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How to Use

Click the upload area or drag & drop a .pbf file
Select parsing options (verbose mode, include raw bytes)
Click 'Parse PBF File' to process the file
View the parsed structure in the results section
Use 'Export as JSON' to download the parsed data

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is a PBF file?

PBF (Protocol Buffer Binary Format) is a binary serialization format used by Google's Protocol Buffers. It's more compact and faster to parse than XML or JSON.

Is my data secure?

Yes, all processing happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No files are uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy.

What types of PBF files can I parse?

This tool can parse any standard Protocol Buffer binary file. However, you need the corresponding .proto schema file to fully interpret the message structure.

Can I parse OpenStreetMap PBF files?

Yes, this tool can parse OSM PBF files, but you'll see the raw binary structure. For full OSM data extraction, specialized OSM tools are recommended.

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