JSON to XML Converter — Convert JSON to XML Online Free

What is JSON to XML?

Convert JSON data to well-formed XML. Supports nested objects, arrays, and all JSON value types with proper indentation.

JSON and XML are the two most common data interchange formats used in software development. While JSON dominates modern web APIs due to its compact syntax and native JavaScript support, many enterprise systems, SOAP web services, and legacy applications still require XML. Our JSON to XML converter bridges this gap by transforming any valid JSON structure into well-formed, properly indented XML. The conversion handles all JSON types: strings become text content, numbers and booleans become text nodes, null values produce self-closing tags, arrays are wrapped with indexed child elements, and nested objects create hierarchical XML elements. Special characters in keys are automatically sanitized to produce valid XML element names. The output includes an XML declaration header and uses 2-space indentation for readability.

How to Use JSON to XML

1. Paste or type your input into the editor on the left panel.
2. Results update automatically while you type. You can also press Ctrl+Enter to force a refresh.
3. View the result in the output panel on the right with full syntax highlighting.
4. Use Copy or Download to export the result.
5. Drag and drop .json or .txt files directly into the editor.
6. Toggle Tree View for an interactive, collapsible view of the JSON structure.

Example

{"bookstore":{"book":[{"title":"The Great Gatsby","author":"F. Scott Fitzgerald","year":1925},{"title":"1984","author":"George Orwell","year":1949}]}}

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<root>
  <bookstore>
    <book>
      <item_0>
        <title>The Great Gatsby</title>
        <author>F. Scott Fitzgerald</author>
        <year>1925</year>
      </item_0>
    </book>
  </bookstore>
</root>

Common Use Cases

• Migrating data from JSON-based APIs to XML-based legacy systems
• Generating XML feeds from JSON data sources
• Converting JSON configuration to XML format for Java/.NET applications
• Creating SOAP payloads from RESTful JSON responses
• Exporting data for systems that only accept XML input

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Common Errors

• Invalid JSON input — make sure your JSON is valid before converting
• Keys with special characters get sanitized (spaces become underscores)
• Arrays produce <item_0>, <item_1> elements — not repeated same-name tags
• Null values produce self-closing tags like <field />
• Root element is always <root> — rename after export if needed

Why Use Our JSON to XML?

• 100% client-side — your data never leaves your browser. No server processing, no data collection.
• No sign-up required — start using the tool instantly with no registration or installation.
• Keyboard shortcuts — press Ctrl+Enter to run, ? for shortcuts list, Ctrl+B to toggle sidebar.
• Persistent state — your input is automatically saved across sessions using local storage.
• IDE-style interface — Monaco Editor (the engine behind VS Code) with syntax highlighting and error detection.
• Multi-format conversion — convert between JSON, XML, CSV, and YAML without switching tools.

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