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XML to JSON Converter

Convert XML data to JSON format with this easy-to-use tool

Input XML

Drag & drop XML file or click to browse

Output JSON

JSON output will appear here...

About XML to JSON Conversion

Convert XML data to JSON format for use in modern web applications and APIs. This tool helps bridge the gap between legacy XML systems and modern JSON-based applications.

Key Features:

  • 100% client-side processing - your data never leaves your browser
  • Preserves XML attributes with @attributes property
  • Handles repeated elements as JSON arrays
  • Formatted JSON output for easy readability

When to Convert XML to JSON

Benefits of JSON over XML:

  • • Lighter weight and faster parsing
  • • Native support in JavaScript applications
  • • Easier to read and write for developers
  • • Better compatibility with modern APIs
  • • Smaller file sizes for data transfer

Common Use Cases:

  • • Migrating legacy systems to modern web apps
  • • Processing API responses from XML-based services
  • • Converting configuration files to JSON format
  • • Working with data from SOAP web services
  • • Preparing data for JavaScript applications

XML to JSON Converter - Transform XML Data to JSON Format

Our free XML to JSON converter helps developers transform XML data into JSON format for use in modern web applications and APIs. Whether you're working with legacy systems, SOAP web services, or XML-based data feeds, our tool makes it easy to convert your data to the more lightweight and JavaScript-friendly JSON format.

How to Use the XML to JSON Converter

  1. Upload your XML file or paste your XML code directly into the input area
  2. Click the "Convert to JSON" button to process your XML
  3. Review the converted JSON output
  4. Download the JSON file or copy to clipboard for immediate use
  5. Use the converted JSON in your web applications, APIs, or configuration files

Why Convert XML to JSON?

While XML is a robust and mature data format, JSON has become the preferred choice for modern web development due to:

  • Simpler syntax that is easier to read and write
  • Native compatibility with JavaScript applications
  • Smaller file sizes leading to faster data transfer
  • Faster parsing and processing in web browsers
  • Better integration with modern web frameworks and APIs

Conversion Details

Our converter follows standard practices for transforming XML to JSON:

  • XML elements become JSON properties
  • XML attributes are preserved in an @attributes object
  • Repeated elements with the same name are converted to arrays
  • Text content of elements becomes string values in JSON
  • Empty elements are converted to empty strings or empty objects

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my data secure when using this converter?

Yes! All processing happens entirely in your browser. Your XML data never leaves your computer, ensuring complete privacy and security for sensitive information.

Does the converter handle XML namespaces?

Our converter preserves XML namespaces in the attribute conversion. Namespaced attributes will appear in the @attributes object with their full namespace prefix.

What happens if my XML is invalid?

The tool will detect invalid XML and display a clear error message indicating what's wrong and where the issue is located in your code.

Can I convert large XML files?

Our tool can handle reasonably large XML files, but very large files (several megabytes) may impact browser performance. For extremely large datasets, we recommend using specialized desktop tools.