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Pass JSON Builder

Create a starter pass.json for any Apple Wallet pass type, then copy or download it.

Pass JSON Builder

Pick a pass type, fill key fields, and export a valid starter pass.json.

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{
  "formatVersion": 1,
  "description": "Example pass from PassMaker web builder",
  "organizationName": "Example Organization",
  "passTypeIdentifier": "pass.com.example.your-pass",
  "serialNumber": "EXAMPLE-001",
  "teamIdentifier": "ABCDE12345",
  "logoText": "PassMaker",
  "foregroundColor": "rgb(255, 255, 255)",
  "backgroundColor": "rgb(0, 122, 255)",
  "labelColor": "rgb(255, 255, 255)",
  "barcodes": [
    {
      "format": "PKBarcodeFormatQR",
      "message": "EXAMPLE-001",
      "messageEncoding": "iso-8859-1"
    }
  ],
  "barcode": {
    "format": "PKBarcodeFormatQR",
    "message": "EXAMPLE-001",
    "messageEncoding": "iso-8859-1"
  },
  "generic": {
    "primaryFields": [
      {
        "key": "title",
        "label": "TITLE",
        "value": "Example Pass"
      }
    ],
    "secondaryFields": [
      {
        "key": "status",
        "label": "STATUS",
        "value": "Valid"
      }
    ]
  }
}

How to use this builder

  1. Choose your pass type and fill required issuer details.
  2. Customize primary and secondary field values for your use case.
  3. Copy or download the JSON and run it through the validator before packaging.

Beyond the JSON

This is step one of four.

A starter pass.json still needs artwork, a manifest of SHA-1 digests, and a PKCS#7 signature before Wallet will install it. PassMaker does all four on iPhone and hands you a signed .pkpass.

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Builder FAQ

What does the Pass JSON Builder generate?

It generates a starter pass.json with required top-level keys, barcode fields, and a selected pass-style section so you can quickly start building Apple Wallet passes.

Can I use this JSON directly in production?

Use it as a strong starting point. You still need to package assets, create manifest.json, and sign the pass for production .pkpass distribution.

Which pass types are supported?

The builder supports boarding pass, coupon, event ticket, store card, and generic pass styles.