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XML to JSON Converter

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Convert XML data to JSON format instantly.

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What XML to JSON Converter does

XML to JSON Converter turns an XML document into JSON. Repeated elements become arrays, attributes are prefixed with @, and text next to attributes or children is stored as #text. You can keep values as strings or convert numbers and booleans.

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How to use XML to JSON Converter

  1. Paste your XML
  2. Choose whether to keep attributes and whether to convert numbers and booleans
  3. Click Convert to JSON
  4. Copy or download the JSON

Who should use it

Made for developers. Typical uses:

  • Converting a legacy XML API response into JSON for a modern frontend
  • Migrating configuration data from an old XML format into JSON
  • Turning an RSS feed into JSON to process it with JavaScript

Limitations and accuracy

XML and JSON model data differently, so the mapping follows common conventions rather than a single standard. The original element order between different tag names is not preserved.

Accuracy: Output is tested against known inputs. For production code, review the result and run your own tests.

Frequently asked questions

How are XML attributes represented in the JSON output?
Attributes are typically converted into a dedicated key (often prefixed, like @attributeName) alongside the element's text content and child elements.
Does the conversion lose any data?
Element order and nesting are preserved, though XML comments and processing instructions aren't carried over since JSON has no equivalent concept.
Is it free to use?
Yes, completely free.
Is my XML uploaded anywhere?
No, the conversion runs entirely in your browser.
Can I convert the JSON back to XML?
This tool converts one direction (XML to JSON); check the converters category for a JSON to XML option if you need the reverse.

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