XML to JSON Converter
Convert XML documents into clean JSON format instantly. Supports nested elements, arrays, and XML attribute parsing.
How to Use
- Paste your XML code into the left input panel.
- Choose whether to include XML attributes in the JSON object via the Parse Attributes checkbox.
- Click Convert to process the data.
- Click Copy to copy the JSON or Download to save it as a
.jsonfile.
Features
Instant Parsing
Converts massive XML payloads in milliseconds.
Attribute Support
Safely extracts attributes into nested objects.
Download
Export your converted JSON directly to disk.
100% Private
Conversion happens entirely in your browser.
Use Cases
- API Integration: Convert legacy SOAP/XML API responses to modern REST JSON format.
- Configuration: Transform old XML config files into JSON for Node.js apps.
- Data Migration: Move data from XML-based databases into JSON/NoSQL systems.
- Web Scraping: Parse RSS feeds or sitemaps into a usable JavaScript object.
XML vs JSON
XML (eXtensible Markup Language) and JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) are the two most popular data-interchange formats. While XML uses a tag-based structure similar to HTML, JSON uses key-value pairs and arrays. JSON has largely become the standard for modern APIs because it is lighter, easier for JavaScript to parse, and generally more readable. However, converting complex XML (especially files with heavy attribute usage) requires careful mapping to ensure no data is lost.
Data Workflow
Once you've converted your XML to JSON, you can validate the structure using the JSON Validator. If you need the data in a spreadsheet, pass it through the JSON to CSV Converter. Explore the nested data visually using the JSON Viewer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are XML attributes converted?
If the "Parse Attributes" option is checked, XML attributes are placed inside a special nested object key called @attributes to prevent collision with child elements of the same name.
How does it handle multiple elements with the same name?
If multiple child elements share the same tag name, they are automatically grouped into a JSON Array.
Is there a file size limit?
Because the tool runs entirely in your browser, the only limit is your device's memory. It handles standard multi-megabyte XML files effortlessly.
Is my data sent to a server?
No. All parsing and conversion is done locally via JavaScript DOMParser. No data leaves your machine.
Is it free?
Yes, 100% free with no limits.