JSON to XML Converter

Convert JSON objects to XML format instantly with automatic formatting.

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About JSON (JavaScript Object Notation)

JSON is a lightweight data-interchange format that is easy for humans to read and write, and easy for machines to parse and generate. It is language-independent and has become the de facto standard for web APIs and data exchange.

JSON uses key-value pairs, arrays, and nested objects to represent data. It is more concise than XML and is the preferred format for modern APIs, web applications, and data processing tasks.

Example:
{
  "bookstore": {
    "book": [
      {
        "@attributes": {"id": "1"},
        "title": "XML Guide",
        "author": "John Doe",
        "price": "29.99"
      },
      {
        "@attributes": {"id": "2"},
        "title": "Data Formats",
        "author": "Jane Smith",
        "price": "39.99"
      }
    ]
  }
}

About XML (Extensible Markup Language)

XML is a markup language designed to store and transport data. It focuses on what data is, using descriptive tags to define both the structure and content. XML documents are human-readable and widely used for configuration files, web services, APIs, and data exchange.

XML uses a hierarchical structure with nested elements, attributes, and text content. Each XML document must have a root element, and elements can contain other elements, creating a tree-like structure.

Example (from above JSON):
<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<bookstore>
  <book id="1">
    <title>XML Guide</title>
    <author>John Doe</author>
    <price>29.99</price>
  </book>
  <book id="2">
    <title>Data Formats</title>
    <author>Jane Smith</author>
    <price>39.99</price>
  </book>
</bookstore>

How to Use This Converter

  1. Prepare your JSON: Paste your JSON object into the input area. Ensure it is valid JSON with proper syntax and structure.
  2. Convert: Click the "Convert to XML" button to transform your JSON data.
  3. Review: The converted XML will appear in the output area with proper formatting and XML declaration.
  4. Copy or Download: Use the "Copy" button to copy the result to your clipboard, or click "Download" to save as an XML file.
  5. Use the XML: Integrate the XML into your application, API, or data processing pipeline.

Key Features

  • Automatic JSON parsing and validation
  • Converts @attributes to XML element attributes
  • Handles arrays automatically with repeated elements
  • Preserves nested structure and hierarchy
  • Supports #text property for mixed content
  • Real-time error checking and validation
  • Proper XML declaration included in output
  • One-click copy to clipboard functionality
  • Direct XML file download capability
  • Example template with real-world data
  • Full client-side processing for privacy and security

JSON to XML Conversion Rules

Object Keys:

JSON object keys become XML element tags with their values as content.

Attributes:

Special @attributes key converts to XML element attributes.

Arrays:

JSON arrays create repeated XML elements with the same tag name.

Text Content:

Use #text key to specify mixed content (elements + text).

Root Element:

The first (and only) top-level key becomes the XML root element.

Common Use Cases

  • API Response Conversion: Convert JSON API responses to XML format for legacy systems
  • Configuration Files: Transform JSON configs to XML for enterprise applications
  • Data Export: Generate XML exports from JSON data sources
  • SOAP Services: Convert JSON data to XML for SOAP-based web services
  • System Integration: Bridge JSON APIs with XML-based systems
  • Data Migration: Transform data between JSON and XML formats

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