XML to JSON Converter – Free Online Tool
Parse and convert XML into clean, structured JSON while preserving full hierarchy. Our free XML to JSON Converter handles nested elements, attributes, and complex XML documents.
About XML to JSON Converter
Many legacy systems and APIs still use XML, but modern applications prefer JSON. This tool converts XML documents to JSON format while preserving the document structure, attributes, and data types.
How it works
The converter parses your XML using the browser's built-in DOM parser. Elements become JSON objects, attributes are stored under @attributes, and text content becomes string values.
Smart type detection converts numeric and boolean strings to their proper types. The preserve attributes option lets you include or exclude XML attributes based on your needs.
When you'd use this
You're migrating from an XML-based API to a modern JSON API. Convert sample responses to understand the data structure and plan your new JSON schema accordingly.
Complex XML with mixed content or processing instructions may not convert perfectly. Review the output for complex documents and adjust manually if needed.
Questions
How are XML attributes handled?
Attributes are grouped under an @attributes key within each element's object. Enable the preserve attributes option to include them in the output.
Can I upload XML files?
Yes, click Upload File to select an XML file from your device. The content loads directly into the input area for conversion.
What about XML namespaces?
Namespaces are preserved in element names. For cleaner output, you may need to post-process the JSON to remove or simplify namespace prefixes.
Are CDATA sections preserved?
CDATA content is extracted as text content. The distinction between CDATA and regular text is not preserved in the JSON output.
Can I download the JSON?
Yes. Use the Download button to save the converted JSON as a file, or Copy to paste it directly into your application.