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JSON to XML Converter

Convert any JSON object or array into readable, well-structured XML.

JSON to XMLObjects and arrays supportedLocal text processingUpdated May 2026

Validation

Valid JSON

Conversion requires valid JSON.

Input type

nested

Object, array, primitive, or nested.

Nodes

16

Approximate XML node count.

Records

2

Array item records converted.

Null handling

empty

Selected null conversion mode.

Conversion warnings

  • Some JSON keys or element names were sanitized so they are valid XML names.

Sanitized names

  • user id → user_id

Dynamic Conversion Insights

Your JSON nested was converted into XML under the "root" element.
JSON objects are converted into XML elements using their object keys.
Some JSON keys were sanitized so they are valid XML element names.
XML special characters such as &, <, and > are escaped to keep the output valid.
Elements-only output is enabled, which is the safest default for nested JSON.

How JSON to XML Conversion Works

JSON stores data as objects, arrays, strings, numbers, booleans, and null values.

XML stores data with named elements, optional attributes, and text nodes.

Object keys usually become XML element names, and arrays become repeated item elements.

JSON vs XML Explained

JSON

Lightweight and common in modern APIs, apps, and JavaScript workflows.

XML

Tag-based and common in feeds, legacy systems, config files, and integrations.

Objects, Arrays, Attributes, and Element Names Explained

JSON objects become XML elements containing child elements.
JSON arrays become repeated XML elements.
JSON keys must become valid XML names.
Primitive values become text content or attributes.
Attributes are compact but less flexible for nested data.
Null values need an explicit conversion choice.
XML requires one top-level root element.

API, Feed, and Integration Use Cases

Converting API responses to XML
Creating XML feeds
Preparing integration payloads
Working with legacy systems
Transforming configuration data
Generating sample XML
Debugging data transformations
Converting JSON exports for XML tools
Preparing structured import files

Common JSON-to-XML Examples

Simple object

{"name":"Alice"} → <name>Alice</name>

Array of objects

[{"name":"Alice"},{"name":"Bob"}] → repeated <item> nodes

Nested JSON

{"profile":{"plan":"Pro"}} → nested <profile><plan>Pro</plan></profile>

Booleans and numbers

true and 123 become text values inside XML elements.

Null handling

null can become empty, self-closing, or omitted.

Sanitized names

"user id" can become <user_id>.

XML declaration

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>

Attribute output

<item name="Alice" active="true" />

Privacy and Local Processing Notes

Pasted JSON is processed locally in your browser.

No account is required and no backend storage should be added.

Downloaded XML is generated locally from the browser.

JSON content is parsed as data and is never executed as code.

Avoid pasting sensitive production data unless necessary.

Method Explanation

  1. 1Read the pasted JSON text.
  2. 2Parse and validate the JSON safely.
  3. 3Create or use the selected XML root element.
  4. 4Convert object keys into XML element names.
  5. 5Convert arrays into repeated item elements.
  6. 6Escape XML special characters.
  7. 7Sanitize invalid XML names if enabled.
  8. 8Apply the selected null and attribute handling options.
  9. 9Format the output as pretty XML or compact XML.
  10. 10Copy or download the XML result.

Frequently Asked Questions

A JSON to XML converter transforms JSON objects, arrays, and primitive values into XML elements, attributes, and text nodes.

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