Convert XML to JSON online for free

Upload your XML file and get a JSON version in seconds. Our converter automatically transforms XML into a ready-to-use JSON. Simple, fast, and secure.

How to convert XML to JSON

Click the upload button and select your XML file.
The conversion runs automatically — no configuration needed.
Download your JSON file instantly.

Converting XML to JSON is one of the most common tasks in modern API development. It bridges legacy XML-based systems and SOAP services with REST APIs, JavaScript applications, and cloud functions that expect JSON as their native data format.

When to convert XML to JSON

REST API migration: Modernize data from an XML web service so a JavaScript or mobile frontend can consume it.
Cloud functions: AWS Lambda, Google Cloud Functions, and Azure Functions work natively with JSON event payloads.
Data processing: Python and Node.js data pipelines parse JSON far more naturally than XML.
Storing in NoSQL: Import XML exports from legacy systems into MongoDB or DynamoDB as JSON documents.

Frequently asked questions

Are XML attributes preserved?: Yes. XML attributes are mapped to JSON properties alongside child element content.
What happens with XML namespaces?: Namespace prefixes are kept as part of the key names in the JSON output.
Does the converter handle large XML files?: Yes, though very large files may take a few seconds. For extremely large datasets consider splitting first.
Is the JSON output pretty-printed?: Yes. The output is indented for readability and easy inspection.

About XML

Learn more about XML files — supported extensions, MIME types, and what you can do with them.

About JSON

Learn more about JSON files — supported extensions, MIME types, and what you can do with them.