XML to JSON Converter
Convert XML to JSON instantly with our free online tool.
All conversions happen in your browser. No data is sent to our servers. Press Cmd/Ctrl + Enter to convert.
How to Convert XML to JSON
Paste your XML content into the left panel and click Convert. The tool will parse your XML and generate equivalent JSON structure instantly.
What is XML?
XML (eXtensible Markup Language) is a markup language for encoding documents. It was designed to be both human and machine-readable, and is still widely used in enterprise systems, SOAP APIs, and document formats.
What is JSON?
JSON is a lightweight data interchange format that has largely replaced XML in modern web APIs. It's less verbose than XML and easier to work with in JavaScript and most programming languages.
Common Use Cases
Converting XML to JSON is common when integrating with legacy systems, transforming SOAP API responses for modern frontends, or migrating data from XML-based formats to JSON-based databases.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are XML attributes handled?
XML attributes are converted to JSON properties prefixed with '@'. For example, <item id="1"> becomes {"@id": "1"}.
What about XML namespaces?
Namespaces are preserved in the JSON output. The converter handles both default and prefixed namespaces.
Can I convert large XML files?
Yes, but for best performance we recommend files under 1MB. Very large XML documents may slow down your browser.
Is the XML declaration preserved?
The XML declaration (<?xml ...?>) is not included in the JSON output as it's metadata specific to XML format.