How does this JSON to XML converter map JSON data to XML?

Object keys become XML element names, arrays become repeated sibling elements, and scalar values become text nodes. When you need attributes or special text handling, use @attributes for attributes, _text for plain text, and _cdata for CDATA sections.

What happens if my JSON has multiple top-level keys?

XML documents need a single root element. If your JSON contains multiple top-level keys, this tool wraps them in the root element name you provide so the output remains valid XML.

Does this converter upload my JSON anywhere?

No. Parsing and conversion run entirely in your browser using local JavaScript only. Your payload never leaves your device.

Can I use this for API payloads and config files?

Yes. It is useful for SOAP requests, XML-based integrations, feeds, and config documents where JSON data needs to be translated into valid XML structure.

JSON to XML Converter

Paste JSON and convert it into clean, valid XML with support for arrays, attributes, CDATA, and pretty printing. Everything happens locally in your browser.

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Integration Ready

Useful for SOAP payloads, XML feeds, B2B integrations, and schema-driven systems that still expect XML.

Attribute Support

Use @attributes, _text, and _cdata in JSON so you can represent common XML patterns without editing output by hand.

Private by Default

No upload step, no server round-trip, and no account. Your data is converted directly in the browser.

Indentation:Include XML declarationWrapper root:

JSON Input

XML Output15 lines

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<root>
  <catalog version="1.0" region="us">
    <product sku="A-100">
      <name>Notebook</name>
      <price>12.99</price>
      <active>true</active>
    </product>
    <product sku="B-200">
      <![CDATA[Includes <switches> and & extras.]]>
      <name>Mechanical Keyboard</name>
      <price>89.5</price>
    </product>
  </catalog>
</root>

Conversion Conventions

Use @attributes for element attributes, _text for plain text, and _cdata when you need a CDATA section.

Arrays create repeated sibling elements. If your JSON has multiple top-level keys, the wrapper root name is used to keep the XML document valid.

Why Convert JSON to XML?

JSON is the default structure for modern APIs, but many enterprise integrations, legacy systems, and publishing formats still expect XML. A reliable JSON to XML converter helps bridge those systems without manually rewriting nested structures.

This page is built for that workflow: paste JSON, control indentation, keep everything private in the browser, and copy clean XML straight into your request body, config file, or feed pipeline.

JSON to XML Mapping Rules

The converter follows a predictable mapping. Keys become tags. Arrays repeat the same tag multiple times. Primitive values become text nodes. For richer XML output, @attributes adds element attributes, _text adds inline text, and _cdata creates CDATA content.

That makes the tool practical for real integration work, not just SEO copy. You can model common XML shapes without needing a separate library or server-side transformation step.

When to Use XML Instead of JSON

XML is still common in SOAP services, RSS and Atom feeds, SAML assertions, office document formats, and older enterprise middleware. It also supports attributes and mixed content patterns that some schemas prefer.

If you only need machine-friendly API data, JSON is usually simpler. But when the receiving system requires XML, a converter like this gets you there quickly while keeping source data readable on the JSON side.