Utility Tally

JSON to XML Converter

Paste JSON and convert it into XML with attributes, arrays, and text values preserved.

JSON input
XML output
How to use this tool

Paste JSON into the input box and select Convert to XML. If the JSON has one top-level key, that key becomes the XML root.

Use the fallback root field when converting arrays, strings, numbers, or objects with multiple top-level keys.

Example

A JSON object like {"book":{"title":"Guide"}} becomes <book><title>Guide</title></book>.

Frequently asked questions

How do I create XML attributes from JSON?

Add an @attributes object inside the JSON object. Each key inside @attributes becomes an XML attribute on that element.

How do arrays convert to XML?

Array values become repeated XML elements with the same tag name.

What root element should I use?

If your JSON already has one top-level key, that key becomes the root element. Otherwise, the root element field is used.

Is my JSON uploaded?

No. JSON parsing and XML generation happen locally in your browser.

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How the json to xml converter helps

Use the JSON to XML converter when a system, documentation example, or integration expects XML but your source data is in JSON. The tool helps create readable XML from objects, arrays, strings, numbers, booleans, and nested data for testing or handoff.

Utility Tally tools are built for quick, practical workflows: prepare the input, review the result, copy or download the output, and move on without creating an account. The guidance below explains how to use this page responsibly, what the result means, and which related tools or guides can help with the next step.

For best results, start with sample or non-sensitive data when you are learning a tool, then move to real work only after you understand the output. If the result will be sent to a client, imported into software, printed, published, or used in a security-related workflow, take an extra minute to verify formatting, totals, links, spelling, privacy, and destination requirements.

How to use it
  1. Paste valid JSON into the input field.
  2. Choose or confirm the XML root element name if the JSON does not already provide one.
  3. Convert the data and review the generated tags.
  4. Check arrays, special characters, and empty values for the shape your receiving system expects.
  5. Copy the XML into your test, request body, or documentation example.
How it works

The converter parses JSON, then serializes each object key as an XML element. Nested objects become nested tags, arrays become repeated elements, and text values are escaped so special characters such as ampersands and angle brackets do not break the XML.

The result should be treated as a working output, not a substitute for professional review where tax, security, accessibility, legal, accounting, or production data requirements apply. Check the destination system, final format, and any local rules before relying on the result.

Practical tips

JSON key names may need cleanup if they are not valid XML tag names.

Different APIs expect different array structures, so confirm the required XML schema.

XML is order-sensitive in some systems while JSON objects are often treated as unordered.

Validate the finished XML before sending it to a strict legacy service.

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JSON to XML Converter FAQ

Can arrays be converted to XML?

Yes, but array structure depends on the receiving system. Review repeated tags before using the result.

Why do special characters change?

XML requires certain characters to be escaped so the markup stays valid.

Do I need a root element?

Yes. XML documents need a single root element around the content.