Free Online XML to JSON

XML-to-JSON conversion parses an XML document into JSON using the browser's DOMParser — elements become objects, repeated children become arrays, attributes get an `@` prefix.

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How to Use This Developer Tool

  1. Paste your XML document into the input area.
  2. Read the JSON representation in the right panel.
  3. Find element attributes under keys prefixed with `@`.
  4. Click Copy to send the JSON to your clipboard.

What Is a XML to JSON?

Going from XML to JSON is a structural decision: where do attributes live, what happens to mixed content (text inside an element that also has children), and what happens when a child element appears exactly once when elsewhere it might repeat? This converter follows the common convention: attributes get an `@` prefix, text content gets a `#text` key when it coexists with attributes, and repeated children collapse to arrays.

It runs in the browser via the native `DOMParser`, which means namespaces, CDATA sections, and entity references are handled by the same engine your browser uses for `XMLHttpRequest` responses — exactly the behaviour your production code will see.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why convert XML to JSON?
JSON is easier to work with in JavaScript and most modern APIs. Converting XML to JSON simplifies integration with web apps and REST APIs.
How are XML attributes handled?
Attributes are merged into the element as keys prefixed with '@' (e.g. <a id='1'> becomes { '@id': '1' }). Text content is exposed under a '#text' key when an element has both attributes and text.
Does it handle nested elements?
Yes. Repeated child elements collapse to JSON arrays; singular children become nested objects.

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Reviewed: May 2026. Disclaimer: this tool is provided as-is for general informational use. For decisions with material consequences (medical, legal, financial, security) verify results against a qualified professional source.

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