XML to JSON Converter

Professional XML to JSON Conversion

The XML to JSON Converter transforms XML (eXtensible Markup Language) data into JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) format, making it compatible with modern APIs, web applications, and JavaScript frameworks. This free online converter intelligently preserves attributes, handles CDATA sections, manages namespaces, and provides flexible output formatting for maximum compatibility.

Why Convert XML to JSON?

Key Features

• ✓Preserve Attributes: XML attributes can be converted as @ prefixed properties or nested under _attributes for flexibility.
• ✓Handle CDATA Sections: CDATA content is automatically extracted and included in the JSON output.
• ✓Namespace Support: XML namespaces are preserved in element names for accurate representation.
• ✓Array Detection: Multiple XML elements with the same name automatically become JSON arrays.
• ✓Nested Elements: Complex XML hierarchies are converted to nested JSON objects maintaining structure.
• ✓Mixed Content: Text content mixed with child elements is handled with #text properties.
• ✓Compact Output: Choose between pretty-printed or compact JSON for different use cases.
• ✓Validation: Automatic XML validation with clear error messages for syntax issues.
• ✓Quick Copy & Download: Copy JSON to clipboard or download as .json file ready for use.

Common Use Cases

SOAP to REST Migration: Convert XML SOAP responses to JSON for modernizing APIs and migrating to RESTful architectures.

RSS/Atom Feed Processing: Transform XML RSS or Atom feeds to JSON for consumption by JavaScript applications and mobile apps.

Configuration File Migration: Convert XML configuration files to JSON for modern application config systems and containerized deployments.

Data Integration: Transform XML exports from legacy systems to JSON for importing into modern databases and data warehouses.

Web Scraping: Convert XML sitemaps, structured data, and web service responses to JSON for data analysis tools.

How to Use the XML to JSON Converter

1. 1.Paste your XML data into the input area. The tool validates XML syntax and displays clear error messages if invalid.
2. 2.Configure conversion options: choose attribute style (@ prefix or nested), output format (pretty or compact), and handling preferences.
3. 3.Click "Convert to JSON" to transform your XML. The conversion happens instantly in your browser.
4. 4.Review the JSON output and download the file or copy to clipboard for use in your application.

Attribute Conversion Styles

<book id="1" category="fiction">
  <title>The Great Gatsby</title>
</book>

{
  "book": {
    "@id": "1",
    "@category": "fiction",
    "title": "The Great Gatsby"
  }
}

{
  "book": {
    "_attributes": {
      "id": "1",
      "category": "fiction"
    },
    "title": "The Great Gatsby"
  }
}

Handling Special XML Features

Advanced Features (Premium)

Premium users get access to advanced capabilities for handling large-scale and complex XML to JSON conversions:

• •Large File Support: Convert XML files up to 50MB (free tier limited to 5MB).
• •Custom Transformation Rules: Define custom rules for element naming, attribute handling, and data type conversion.
• •Advanced Namespace Handling: Custom namespace prefix mapping and namespace-aware element grouping.
• •Schema Validation: Validate XML against XSD schemas before conversion with detailed error reporting.
• •Batch Processing: Convert multiple XML files simultaneously with consistent transformation rules.

Best Practices

Privacy and Security

All XML to JSON conversion happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your data never leaves your device, never touches our servers, and is never stored or logged anywhere. This ensures complete privacy and security for sensitive business data, configuration files, or proprietary datasets.

Frequently Asked Questions