JSON to XML Converter

The JSON to XML Converter is an online tool that converts JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) data into XML (eXtensible Markup Language) format. This tool helps developers, data analysts, and system integrators transform JSON data structures into XML format for use in systems that require XML input, API integrations, or data exchange protocols.

What is this tool for?

Our JSON to XML Converter tool is perfect for developers, system integrators, data analysts, and anyone who needs to convert JSON data to XML format. Whether you're working with APIs that require XML, integrating systems with different data formats, or preparing data for XML-based applications, this tool simplifies the conversion process.

Common use cases include:

• Converting JSON API responses to XML format
• Integrating JSON-based systems with XML-based systems
• Preparing data for SOAP web services that require XML
• Converting configuration files from JSON to XML
• Transforming data for legacy systems that only accept XML
• Data migration between different system formats

How to Use the Tool

1. Enter your JSON data: Paste your JSON data into the input box, or use the file upload button to select a JSON file from your computer.
2. Configure options (optional):
   • Set the root element name (default: "root")
   • Set the array item name (default: "item")
   • Enable pretty print for formatted XML output
   • Include type attributes for better XML structure
3. Convert: Click the "Convert to XML" button to transform your JSON data into XML format.
4. Copy or download: Use the copy button to copy the XML to your clipboard, or download it as a file.

How JSON to XML Conversion Works

JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) is a lightweight data-interchange format that uses key-value pairs and arrays. XML (eXtensible Markup Language) is a markup language that uses tags to define elements and their relationships.

The conversion process:

1. Parses the JSON structure to identify objects, arrays, and primitive values
2. Converts JSON objects to XML elements with the key as the element name
3. Converts JSON arrays to repeated XML elements
4. Handles primitive values (strings, numbers, booleans) as XML text content
5. Escapes special XML characters to ensure valid XML output
6. Formats the XML with proper indentation (if pretty print is enabled)

Example

JSON Input:

{
  "users": [
    {
      "id": 1,
      "name": "John Doe",
      "email": "john@example.com",
      "active": true
    }
  ]
}

XML Output:

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<root>
  <users>
    <item>
      <id>1</id>
      <name>John Doe</name>
      <email>john@example.com</email>
      <active>true</active>
    </item>
  </users>
</root>

Features

• Free and online: No software installation required, works directly in your web browser
• File upload support: Upload JSON files directly from your computer
• Customizable root element: Set your preferred root element name
• Array item naming: Customize how array items are named in XML
• Pretty print: Format XML output with proper indentation for readability
• Type attributes: Optionally include type information in XML attributes
• Syntax highlighting: JSON and XML inputs/outputs are displayed with proper formatting
• Copy and download: Easily copy XML to clipboard or download as a file
• Privacy-focused: All processing happens in your browser - your data never leaves your device

Conversion Rules

• Objects: JSON objects become XML elements with keys as element names
• Arrays: JSON arrays become repeated XML elements (configurable item name)
• Strings: JSON strings become XML text content (properly escaped)
• Numbers: JSON numbers become XML text content
• Booleans: JSON booleans (true/false) become XML text content
• Null values: JSON null values become empty XML elements
• Special characters: XML special characters (<, >, &, etc.) are automatically escaped

Limitations

Please note the following limitations:

• JSON keys that are not valid XML element names will be converted to "item" elements with name attributes
• Complex nested structures are preserved but may result in deeply nested XML
• JSON comments are not supported (JSON doesn't officially support comments)
• Very large JSON files may take longer to process depending on your browser's performance