XML to JSON Converter
Convert XML to formatted JSON instantly — free, fast, and 100% client-side. Supports syntax highlighting, file upload, pretty print, minify, and one-click download. No registration. No data leaves your browser.
XML to JSON Converter Tool
XML Input
JSON Output
Why Use Our XML to JSON Converter?
Built for developers — fast, private, and packed with powerful features.
Privacy First
100% client-side conversion — your XML never leaves your browser. No server processing, no data storage, no logs.
XML Validation
Uses the browser's native DOMParser to validate XML before conversion. Clear error messages help you fix issues quickly.
Syntax Highlighting
JSON output is beautifully highlighted with distinct colors for keys, strings, numbers, booleans, and null values.
Format & Minify
Pretty-print for readability or minify for production APIs. Switch between both views at any time with one click.
File Upload
Drag-and-drop or click to upload .xml files directly. No need to copy and paste large XML documents manually.
Live Mode
Enable Live mode to convert automatically as you type — perfect for rapid iteration and real-time feedback.
How to Convert XML to JSON
Three simple steps — no setup, no installation required.
Paste or Upload XML
Paste XML into the input area, click Sample to load an example, or use Upload XML to import a .xml file from your computer.
Click Convert
Press Convert or Ctrl+Enter. Enable Live mode to convert automatically as you type.
Format, Copy or Download
Format or minify the highlighted JSON, then copy it to clipboard or download as a .json file — ready for your project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about XML to JSON conversion.
XML to JSON conversion transforms data from XML (eXtensible Markup Language) to JSON (JavaScript Object Notation). JSON is lighter, easier to parse, and natively supported by modern APIs and JavaScript. This conversion is common when migrating from legacy XML-based systems to REST APIs.
Yes — completely free with no registration, no sign-up, and no limits on the number of conversions you can perform.
Absolutely. The entire conversion happens in your browser using JavaScript — no XML data is ever sent to a server. Your content is completely private and never stored or logged anywhere.
XML attributes are preserved under a special @attributes key. For example, <book id="1"> becomes {"book": {"@attributes": {"id": "1"}}}. This widely-used convention keeps attribute data accessible in JSON.
The Minify button removes all unnecessary whitespace, newlines, and indentation, producing a compact single-line JSON string — ideal for APIs and databases. Click Format to expand it back at any time.
XML uses opening/closing tags with support for attributes, namespaces, and complex document structures. JSON uses key-value pairs and arrays — more compact, easier to parse in most languages, and the standard for modern REST APIs.