JSON to XML Converter
Instantly convert JSON objects into valid XML format. A secure, client-side tool for developers working with SOAP, RSS, or legacy data systems.
How to Convert JSON to XML
Transforming JSON data into XML is essential for integrating modern APIs with legacy systems. Here is the simple process:
- Step 1: Copy your JSON code (e.g., from a REST API or configuration file).
- Step 2: Paste it into the input editor above.
- Step 3: Click “Convert to XML”.
- Step 4: Copy the output or click “Download .XML” to save the file.
<root> element to ensure the output is always valid, well-formed XML.When to Use This Tool
While JSON is the standard for web apps, XML (Extensible Markup Language) remains critical in specific industries:
- Enterprise Integration: Interfacing with SOAP web services or old banking mainframes.
- Data Feeds: Generating RSS feeds or sitemaps for SEO.
- Configuration: Managing Android manifest files or Maven (Java) build configurations.
- Document Storage: Working with formats like SVG or MathML which are XML-based.
Why Use Our JSON to XML Converter?
1. Privacy-First Architecture
XML files often contain sensitive business logic. Unlike many online converters that upload your files to a server, our tool runs 100% in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.
2. Smart Array Handling
JSON arrays have no direct equivalent in XML (which relies on repeating tags). Our engine automatically handles this:
- JSON:
"users": ["Sam", "Alex"] - XML:
<users>Sam</users><users>Alex</users>
3. XML Entity Escaping
We automatically escape special characters (like <, >, and &) to prevent syntax errors in your generated XML.
JSON vs. XML: What’s the Difference?
Both are text formats used to store and transport data, but they have different philosophies.
JSON (JavaScript Object Notation)
JSON is lightweight, uses key-value pairs, and is natively understood by JavaScript. It is the default for modern REST APIs because it has a smaller file size.
XML (Extensible Markup Language)
XML is verbose and uses start/end tags (like HTML). It supports metadata (attributes), comments, and strict schema validation (XSD), making it robust for complex enterprise data structures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I convert XML back to JSON?
This tool is specifically for JSON to XML. However, we are working on a dedicated XML to JSON converter for reverse operations.
Does it handle Attributes?
Since JSON doesn’t support “attributes” natively, this tool converts all JSON properties into XML Child Elements (tags). This is the safest way to prevent data loss.
Is this tool offline-capable?
Yes. Once the page loads, you can disconnect your internet and continue converting files securely.
