XML to JSON Converter

Convert XML data to JSON format — paste XML and get clean JSON output instantly

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JSON Output

{
  "root": {
    "person": {
      "name": "John Doe",
      "age": 30,
      "city": "New York"
    }
  }
}

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JSON Size

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What Is XML to JSON Conversion?

XML to JSON conversion is the process of transforming XML (Extensible Markup Language) documents into JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) format. While XML is widely used in legacy systems, SOAP APIs, and configuration files, JSON has become the preferred data format for modern web applications due to its lighter syntax, native JavaScript support, and better readability.

This converter parses well-formed XML and transforms it into clean JSON output. You can control how XML attributes are handled (prefixed with @, merged with children, or stripped), whether numeric/boolean strings are auto-detected, and how repeated sibling elements become arrays. CDATA sections, namespaces, and mixed content are fully supported.

Common use cases include migrating enterprise data from XML-based systems to JSON APIs, processing XML configuration files for modern web tools, converting SOAP API responses to JSON for easier consumption, and integrating XML data sources into JavaScript applications.

How to Use This XML to JSON Converter

  1. Paste your XML — Enter well-formed XML in the input textarea. Use the example buttons (Simple, Attributes, Nested, Catalog) to load sample data.
  2. Configure conversion options — Choose how attributes are handled (prefix with @, merge with children, or strip), toggle auto-detection of arrays and number parsing, and choose whether to include the XML declaration.
  3. Review the JSON output — The converted JSON updates in real time as you type or change options. A summary panel shows XML size, JSON size, depth, and compression ratio.
  4. Copy or download — Click Copy to copy the JSON to your clipboard, or Download to save as a .json file.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my data sent to a server?

No. All processing is performed locally in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.

What XML features are supported?

The converter supports elements, attributes, text content, CDATA, namespaces, self-closing tags, and mixed content. The XML declaration and comments are optional and can be included or stripped.

How are attributes handled?

You can choose to prefix attributes with @ (e.g., @id), merge them with child elements, or strip them entirely. The @ prefix approach matches the JSON output convention used by many XML-to-JSON parsers.

How are repeated XML elements converted?

When the Auto-detect arrays option is enabled, repeated sibling elements with the same tag name are converted into JSON arrays. For example, multiple <item> elements become an "items": [...] array.

Is this tool free to use?

Yes. This tool is completely free with no usage limits or registration required.

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