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About JSON to Figma
JSON to Figma is a free Figma plugin with a paid upgrade ($17) published by Pavel Laptev in 2019. It works in Figma Design and has 91,239 users and 945 likes on the Figma Community. It ranks #12 in Mock Data & Content on our lists.
In the developer's words
An easy way to use real data in Figma.
The plugin can parse local or JSON files from a URL link. You can populate any layers with text or images.
💡 Features:
- Load local files and fetch from URL
- Fetch images
- Supported formats JPG, PNG, WEBP, SVG, GIF
- Parsing JSON files with any amount of nested levels
- Flexible keys selection
- Populate in random order
- Select any ranges from JSON file
- Ability to skip layers
- Remember user settings and JSON using
clientStorage - Custom URL for your own proxy
📚 Documentation:
https://pavellaptev.notion.site/JSON-to-Figma-e4f79e250b54413ba5797c1d4a806070
🎥 Video Tutorial:
https://youtube.com/watch?v=OO2yeeNuj7A&si=EnSIkaIECMiOmarE
🤙 Feedback:
Please if you have any troubles with the plugin or ideas how I could improve the plugin.
What's new
Version 59 · released Apr 23, 2026
- Improve image fetch reliability and SVG handling
Permissions and privacy
Network access
JSON to Figma's manifest allows network access to any domain ("*"), so Figma doesn't limit where it can send data.
- *
Extra permissions
- Can offer paid features through Figma's checkout
Read from the plugin's published manifest.
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JSON to Figma FAQ
What does JSON to Figma do?
json, population, images. It's a Figma plugin by Pavel Laptev that runs in Figma Design.
Is JSON to Figma free?
Partly. JSON to Figma is free to install and use, and a paid upgrade on the Figma Community ($17 one-time) unlocks the rest.
Is JSON to Figma safe to use?
Figma plugins can only reach the internet through domains listed in their manifest. JSON to Figma's manifest allows network access to any domain ("*"), so Figma doesn't limit where it can send data. As with any plugin, check the developer's privacy policy before using it on client work.
How do I install JSON to Figma?
Open it on the Figma Community, or search for it in the Actions menu (Cmd/Ctrl + K) inside any file you can edit. See how to install Figma plugins.
What are the best alternatives to JSON to Figma?
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