What is JSON to XML Converter?
JSON to XML is a conversion tool that transforms JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) data into well-formed XML (Extensible Markup Language) documents. It handles all JSON data types: objects become XML elements, arrays use repeated child tags, strings and numbers become text content, booleans are preserved as-is, and null values produce self-closing tags. You can customize the root element name and download the result as an .xml file.
How to Use JSON to XML Converter
- 1
Set root element name
Optionally change the root element name from the default "root" to match your XML schema.
- 2
Paste your JSON
Enter or paste valid JSON into the input area. Click Load Example for a sample.
- 3
Click Convert
Press Convert or Ctrl+Enter to generate the XML output with proper indentation.
- 4
Copy or download
Click Copy to copy to clipboard, or click .xml to download the result as a file.
Features
- Converts any valid JSON to well-formed XML
- Customizable root element name
- Proper 2-space indentation for readability
- Arrays rendered as repeated child elements
- Null values produce self-closing tags
- Special characters properly escaped (&, <, >, quotes)
- Download output as .xml file
- XML declaration header included automatically
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Frequently Asked Questions
How are JSON arrays handled in XML?+
Each array element becomes a child XML element. By default, array items use the tag name "item". If the array is a value of a named key, items use that key name.
What about JSON null values?+
Null values are converted to self-closing XML tags, e.g., <maintenance/> for {"maintenance": null}.
Are special characters escaped?+
Yes, all XML-reserved characters (&, <, >, double quotes, single quotes) are properly escaped in text content using XML entities.
Can I customize the root element?+
Yes, use the root element name input field. Only valid XML name characters (letters, numbers, underscore, dot, hyphen) are allowed.
How are nested objects handled?+
Nested JSON objects become nested XML elements. Each key becomes a child element, maintaining the full hierarchy with proper indentation.
What if my JSON keys contain invalid XML characters?+
Invalid characters in JSON keys are replaced with underscores to ensure valid XML tag names. Keys starting with numbers get a leading underscore.
Can I convert XML back to JSON?+
Yes, use our XML to JSON converter at /tools/xml-to-json for the reverse conversion.
Is there a size limit?+
No hard limit. The tool runs in your browser, so performance depends on your device. JSON files up to several megabytes should work fine.