XML to JSON
Convert XML data into JSON, turning elements and attributes into a structured object. It bridges older XML feeds and APIs with modern JSON-based code.
XML to JSON Converter
Paste your XML on the left and convert it into formatted JSON. Copy or download the result for use in your applications.
Mapping two different data models
XML and JSON both represent structured data, but differently. XML uses nested tags and attributes; JSON uses objects, arrays, and key-value pairs. Converting means deciding how XML's features map: elements become keys, repeated elements become arrays, and attributes are usually folded in with a marker. Most modern code prefers JSON, so this conversion is common when consuming an older XML source.
Because the models are not identical, some conversions are a judgment call, especially around attributes and mixed content, so it helps to check the output structure.
What to check
Verify the shape matches what your code expects.
- See how attributes are represented, since there is no single standard.
- Confirm repeated elements became a JSON array, not overwritten keys.
- Watch for text mixed with child elements, which converts awkwardly.
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FAQs
How are XML attributes represented in JSON?▼
JSON has no direct equivalent, so attributes are usually placed into the object with a prefix or a dedicated key. The exact convention varies, so inspect the output to see how the tool handles them.
What happens to repeated XML elements?▼
Repeated elements with the same tag become a JSON array. If a converter mishandles this, repeated values can overwrite each other, so verify lists came through as arrays.
Is my data uploaded?▼
No. Conversion runs in your browser, so the data stays local.
Why does the JSON structure look different from my XML?▼
Because the two formats model data differently. There is no single perfect mapping, especially for attributes and mixed content, so the structure is a reasonable interpretation rather than a literal copy.
Can every XML document convert cleanly to JSON?▼
Most can, but features like comments, processing instructions, and mixed text-and-element content have no clean JSON equivalent and may be simplified or dropped.
Will it validate my XML first?▼
The XML must be well-formed (properly nested and closed) to convert. Malformed XML will fail, and the error usually points to the structural problem.
What is the difference between this and CSV to JSON?▼
CSV is flat rows and columns; XML is hierarchical. Converting XML therefore produces nested JSON, while CSV produces a flat array of objects.
Can I convert the JSON back to XML?▼
That is a separate conversion and not always lossless, because JSON may not retain how attributes versus elements were originally distinguished.
Does namespace information survive?▼
XML namespaces have no JSON equivalent and are typically flattened into the key names or dropped, so check if your data relies on them.
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