Free XML to JSON Converter – Transform XML to JSON Online

Convert XML to JSON format. Preserves attributes, nested elements, and arrays. Validates XML syntax. Download result. 100% free, browser-based.

What Is XML to JSON Conversion?

XML to JSON conversion transforms XML's hierarchical markup structure into JSON's key-value format. This is useful when moving data between XML-based systems (SOAP APIs, legacy systems) and modern JSON-based applications.

How to Use This Tool

Step 1: Paste XML

Enter your XML document in the input area.

Step 2: View JSON

See the converted JSON output instantly.

Step 3: Copy or Download

Copy to clipboard or download as .json file.

Conversion Rules

Elements Become Properties

<person>
  <name>John</name>
</person>

{"person": {"name": "John"}}

Attributes Use @attributes

<book id="123">Title</book>

{"book": {"@attributes": {"id": "123"}, "#text": "Title"}}

Repeated Elements Become Arrays

<items>
  <item>A</item>
  <item>B</item>
</items>

{"items": {"item": ["A", "B"]}}

Text Content Uses #text

When an element has both attributes and text content:

<link href="url">Click here</link>

{"link": {"@attributes": {"href": "url"}, "#text": "Click here"}}

Example Conversions

Simple XML

<?xml version="1.0"?>
<user>
  <name>Alice</name>
  <email>[email protected]</email>
</user>

JSON Output:

{
  "user": {
    "name": "Alice",
    "email": "[email protected]"
  }
}

XML with Attributes

<product id="101" status="active">
  <name>Widget</name>
  <price currency="USD">29.99</price>
</product>

JSON Output:

{
  "product": {
    "@attributes": {"id": "101", "status": "active"},
    "name": "Widget",
    "price": {
      "@attributes": {"currency": "USD"},
      "#text": "29.99"
    }
  }
}

Use Cases

API Migration

Convert SOAP/XML APIs to REST/JSON.

Data Integration

Bridge XML legacy systems with modern apps.

Configuration Files

Transform XML configs to JSON format.

Data Analysis

Convert XML data for JavaScript processing.

XML Validation

This tool validates XML before converting:

Well-formed check
Tag matching
Proper nesting
Character encoding

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it preserve XML namespaces?

Namespace prefixes are preserved in element names.

What about CDATA sections?

CDATA content is extracted as plain text.

Can it handle large XML files?

Yes, but very large files may be slower.

Is my data secure?

Yes. All processing is client-side.

XML to JSON Converter