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CSV to XML Converter

Transform CSV data into XML format

CSV Input

Convert CSV to other formats

CSV to ActionScriptCSV to ASCIICSV to AsciiDocCSV to ASPCSV to AvroCSV to BBCodeCSV to CSVCSV to DAX

XML Output

Convert other formats to XML

Excel to XMLHTML to XMLJSON to XMLLaTeX to XMLMarkdown to XMLMediaWiki to XMLMySQL to XMLSQL to XML

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About the CSV to XML Converter

Convert spreadsheets into clean XML documents without writing code. This converter reads your CSV file, uses headers as element names, escapes special characters, and produces well-formed XML suitable for integrations, ETL jobs, or documentation.

Key Features

  • Header-Aware: Uses the first row to generate XML tags and sanitizes invalid characters.
  • Flexible Delimiters: Works with comma, semicolon, tab, and pipe-separated CSV files.
  • XML Escaping: Automatically escapes &, <, and > to keep the output valid.
  • No Header Mode: Generates generic elements (<col0>, <col1>) when headers are absent.
  • Instant Preview: The XML output updates as you paste or upload new data.
  • Copy/Download: Copy to clipboard or download as output.xml.

How to Convert CSV to XML

  1. Paste or Upload CSV: Provide CSV text or upload a file.
  2. Set Options: Choose the delimiter and toggle “First row is header.”
  3. Review the XML: Inspect the generated <data> document with nested <row> elements.
  4. Copy or Download: Use the buttons to copy the XML or download it for import.
  5. Integrate: Paste the XML into APIs, configuration files, or ETL workflows.

XML Structure

  • Root Element: <data>...</data> wraps the document.
  • Row Elements: Each CSV row becomes <row> (with index attribute if headers are missing).
  • Child Elements: Column names become child tags (invalid characters are replaced with underscores).

Common Use Cases

  • Data Migration: Move legacy CSV data into XML-based systems.
  • API Integration: Prepare XML payloads for SOAP or REST endpoints that expect XML.
  • Configuration Files: Generate XML snippets for app settings or build pipelines.
  • Documentation: Publish structured XML examples alongside CSV source data.

Best Practices

  • Rename headers before converting to ensure meaningful XML tags.
  • Validate the output with an XML schema or linter if you have strict requirements.
  • For very large files, split the CSV into chunks to keep the XML readable.
  • Add attributes or nested tags manually after export if your schema requires them.

FAQ

  • Does this handle XML namespaces or attributes? The converter generates simple element-based XML from CSV headers and values. If you need namespaces or attributes, you can add them manually after export.
  • What happens if a header is not a valid XML tag name? Invalid characters are replaced with underscores to form a safe tag. If you rely on specific tag naming conventions, rename the headers before converting.
  • Can I control the root or row element names? The tool uses <data> as the root and <row> for each record by default. You can edit those element names in the exported XML to match your schema.
  • Will special characters break the XML? Characters like &, <, and > are automatically escaped so the XML stays well-formed.

Privacy & Security

All CSV to XML conversions happen locally in your browser. No data is uploaded, so sensitive CSV files remain private.

Start Converting CSV to XML

Paste your CSV, pick the delimiter/header options, and instantly download a well-formed XML document ready for imports, APIs, or documentation.