What is XML and JSON conversion and why is it useful?
XML (eXtensible Markup Language) and JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) are both structured data formats used for data exchange and storage. XML uses tags and attributes with verbose syntax for document-like structures, while JSON uses key-value pairs with lightweight syntax for data objects. XML to JSON conversion modernizes legacy systems, improves API compatibility, and enables flexible data handling across different platforms and programming languages. Learn more about XML and JSON data interchange.
How to use the XML ↔ JSON Converter tool?
- Paste your XML or JSON data into the input area
- Choose conversion direction: XML → JSON or JSON → XML
- Enable 'Preserve attributes' if you want XML attributes kept as JSON objects
- Click convert and copy the transformed data
Common use cases for XML ↔ JSON conversion
- Modernize legacy systems by converting XML configurations to JSON APIs
- Integrate SOAP web services with RESTful JSON-based applications
- Migrate data from XML databases to modern NoSQL or document stores
- Transform configuration files for modern DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines
- Improve data processing speed by converting verbose XML to compact JSON
Frequently Asked Questions
XML attributes are preserved as objects in JSON by default, with attribute names as keys prefixed with '@' symbol. Text content between tags becomes the '@text' property, maintaining the complete XML structure in a JSON-compatible format.
The converter supports elements, attributes, namespaces, and text content. However, XML comments, processing instructions, and complex DTD/XSD features may not be preserved as they don't have direct JSON equivalents.
Yes! All data processing happens 100% in your browser. Your XML and JSON data never leave your device and are not stored on any server, ensuring complete privacy and security of your sensitive data.