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XML to JSON Converter

Parse and convert Extensible Markup Language (XML) into JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) instantly. Completely free, secure, and runs locally in your browser.

Why convert XML to JSON?

While XML (Extensible Markup Language) was the standard for data transfer in the early 2000s, JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) has largely replaced it in modern web development.

  • Easier to Parse: JSON is natively supported by JavaScript, making it incredibly easy to parse in web applications using JSON.parse().
  • Smaller Payload: JSON is less verbose than XML since it doesn't require closing tags, reducing the overall file size and saving bandwidth.
  • Modern APIs: Almost all modern REST APIs communicate using JSON formatting. If you're working with a legacy system that outputs XML, you'll often need to convert it to JSON to use it with modern libraries.

How does this converter handle XML attributes?

Because JSON does not have the concept of "attributes" like XML does, this converter translates XML attributes into a JSON object key named "@attributes" to ensure no data is lost during the conversion process.

Modernize Your Data Formats

Many older APIs and enterprise systems return data in XML format, which can be cumbersome to parse in modern JavaScript applications. Our XML to JSON Converter instantly translates verbose XML tags into clean, lightweight JSON objects and arrays.

Handling XML Quirks

Because XML and JSON are fundamentally different structures, direct translation requires specific rules. Our tool handles the heavy lifting by:

How to Use This Tool

  1. Upload or Input Data: Select your file or paste your data directly into the tool interface. Everything remains on your device.
  2. Configure & Process: Adjust any optional settings if necessary. The tool will process your data instantly inside your browser.
  3. Download Result: Preview the output and click the download or copy button to save your final results.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the JSON output minified?

You have the option to output either a compact, minified string or a pretty-printed, indented format for easy reading.

Does this tool respect data privacy?

Yes, it is a 100% client-side tool. Your XML data is never transmitted over the internet during the conversion.

How are empty XML tags handled?

Empty tags (e.g., ``) are typically converted to an empty string `""` or a `null` value in the resulting JSON.