Convert JSON objects to well-formed XML with proper element naming and attribute handling.
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Key features of the JSON to XML converter
Converts JSON to valid, well-formed XML
Handles nested objects and arrays
Configurable root element name
Handles null values and empty arrays
Formatted and minified XML output options
How to use the JSON to XML converter
01
Paste your JSON
Enter the JSON data you want to convert to XML.
02
Set root element name
Enter a name for the XML root element (default: 'root').
03
Convert
Click 'Convert to XML' to generate the XML.
04
Review the XML
Check that all elements are correctly named and nested.
05
Copy or download
Copy the XML or download as a .xml file.
What is a JSON to XML converter?
The JSON to XML Converter transforms JSON data into well-formed XML markup. It converts JSON object keys to XML element tags, handles arrays as repeated elements, and manages nested structures through proper XML nesting — producing valid, parseable XML from any JSON input.
XML and JSON serve similar data interchange purposes in different ecosystems. Many enterprise systems, SOAP web services, and legacy APIs require XML. This converter allows JSON data from modern APIs to be used in XML-based systems without manual transformation.
Why use a JSON to XML converter?
Enterprise systems, SOAP APIs, and legacy software commonly require XML. When you have data in JSON format (from modern APIs or databases) that needs to go into XML-based systems, this converter handles the structural transformation automatically, preserving all data values and relationships.
Most JSON structures can be converted. Some JSON features have no direct XML equivalent — JSON arrays become repeated XML elements, JSON numbers/booleans become text content. Complex JSON may need manual adjustment after conversion.
What happens with JSON arrays?
JSON arrays are converted to repeated XML elements with the same tag name. For example, [{"name":"Alice"},{"name":"Bob"}] becomes <item><name>Alice</name></item><item><name>Bob</name></item>.
Are JSON keys valid XML element names?
XML element names have stricter rules than JSON keys — they can't start with numbers, can't contain spaces, and have restricted special characters. The converter sanitises keys to produce valid XML element names.
Is the generated XML valid?
The converter produces well-formed XML (correctly nested, properly closed tags, single root element). Whether it's schema-valid depends on any specific XML schema (XSD) the target system requires.
Does it support XML attributes vs elements?
By default, all JSON properties are converted to child XML elements. Advanced mode can convert certain properties to XML attributes instead of elements, based on naming conventions.
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