XML to JSON Converter

Convert XML documents into structured JSON.

What this tool does

Convert XML data into JSON objects for modern APIs, JavaScript processing, and easier inspection in developer workflows.

Tool interface

Input

Output

Example input

<user id="1"><name>Ana</name><role>admin</role></user>

Example output

{
  "user": {
    "@attributes": {
      "id": "1"
    },
    "name": "Ana",
    "role": "admin"
  }
}

Step-by-step instructions

  1. Paste XML input into the tool.
  2. Click Transform to parse and convert XML.
  3. Copy or download the JSON result.

Common use cases

  • Converting xml data into json format for downstream tools.
  • Preparing transformed data for imports, reporting, or API workflows.
  • Reducing manual reformatting work between systems with incompatible formats.

Useful when bridging XML-based legacy systems with JSON-centric applications and internal tooling.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Using invalid XML and expecting conversion to succeed.
  • Assuming every XML attribute maps to a top-level JSON field.
  • Expecting identical round-trip output when converting back to XML.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are XML attributes represented in JSON?

Attributes are stored under an `@attributes` object.

Can XML to JSON convert nested XML documents?

Yes. Nested elements are converted recursively.

Does XML to JSON support repeated tags?

Yes. Repeated tags are grouped into arrays.

What input format does XML to JSON Converter expect?

Use valid JSON input unless the tool explicitly asks for path or pattern syntax first.

What does XML to JSON Converter output?

It returns transformed output you can copy or download as `converted.json`.

Why might XML to JSON Converter return an error?

A common issue is: Using invalid XML and expecting conversion to succeed.

Does XML to JSON Converter run in the browser?

Yes. Transformations are designed for in-browser usage so you can test and iterate quickly.

Can I copy or download results from XML to JSON Converter?

Yes. You can copy the result or use the download action when file output is available.

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