What is XML JSON Converter?
XML (eXtensible Markup Language) and JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) are both data interchange formats, but they have different structures and use cases. XML uses tags with attributes and is common in enterprise systems, SOAP APIs, and configuration files. JSON uses key-value pairs and is the standard for REST APIs and modern web applications. XML JSON Converter provides bidirectional conversion between these formats with configurable options for handling attributes, arrays, and namespaces.
Why Use This Tool?
Developers often need to convert between XML and JSON when integrating legacy systems with modern APIs, parsing RSS feeds, or working with configuration files. Challenges include: handling XML attributes (no JSON equivalent), managing namespaces, and detecting arrays in XML (repeated elements). XML JSON Converter intelligently handles these edge cases while processing locally - important when converting sensitive configuration data or proprietary API responses.
How to Use XML JSON Converter
- Paste XML or JSON in the input area
- The tool auto-detects the input format
- Click "Convert" to transform to the other format
- Configure attribute handling (@ prefix, flatten, or ignore)
- Adjust array detection settings for repeated elements
- Copy the result or download as a file
Features
- Bidirectional XML to JSON and JSON to XML conversion
- Configurable attribute handling with customizable prefix
- Automatic array detection for repeated XML elements
- Namespace support and configurable namespace handling
- Pretty-printing with customizable indentation
- CDATA section handling
- Comment preservation option
- Large file support with streaming parser
Common Use Cases
- API Integration: Convert SOAP XML responses to JSON for modern apps
- Data Migration: Transform XML data dumps to JSON for MongoDB import
- RSS Processing: Convert RSS/Atom feeds to JSON for parsing
- Configuration: Convert XML configs to JSON format
- Legacy Systems: Bridge XML-based systems with JSON APIs
Tips & Best Practices
- ✓ Use the @ prefix for attributes to avoid conflicts with element names
- ✓ Check for mixed content (text and elements) which requires special handling
- ✓ XML namespaces may need to be stripped or prefixed based on your use case
- ✓ Test with sample data before processing large files
How It Compares to Alternatives
Online converters like convertjson.com upload your data for processing. XML JSON Converter runs entirely in your browser, making it safe for sensitive data. Unlike command-line tools (xmltodict, xml2json), it provides instant visual feedback and configurable options.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert XML to JSON?
Paste your XML and click "To JSON". Attributes become properties prefixed with @, text content uses #text, and arrays are automatically created for repeated elements.
How are XML attributes handled?
Attributes are converted to JSON properties with an @ prefix by default. You can customize this behavior to use different prefixes or flatten attributes into the parent object.
Can I convert JSON back to XML?
Yes! The conversion is bidirectional. Paste JSON and click "To XML". Properties starting with @ become attributes, and arrays create repeated elements.
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