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Convert XML to YAML Online

Parse XML into a clean, human-readable YAML document.

XML → YAML

Free XML to YAML converter. Paste XML and get well-formatted YAML. Handles attributes, repeated elements, and namespaces. Works in your browser.

100% local — no uploads
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How to use the XML → YAML

  1. Paste or upload your XML data

    Paste text directly into the input box, drag and drop a file onto it, or click "Upload file" to browse. Conversion starts instantly on paste — no button click required.

  2. Configure options (optional)

    Open the Options panel to customise delimiter, headers, nested-object flattening, and more. Use the Field Selector to pick exactly which columns appear in the output.

  3. Copy or download your YAML

    Click Copy to grab the result, or Download to save the file. Everything runs locally in your browser — no data ever leaves your device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my data safe?
Yes. Every conversion runs entirely inside your browser. No data is ever transmitted to a server. The tool works offline once loaded.
What is the maximum file size?
There is no hard limit. Files under 1 MB convert instantly. Files 1–10 MB show a progress indicator. Files over 10 MB prompt a warning and run in a background thread to keep the browser responsive.
Why does my XML fail to parse?
Common causes are trailing commas, single-quoted strings, unquoted keys, or missing closing brackets. The converter auto-repairs many of these and tells you exactly what it changed.
Can I convert multiple files at once?
The tool handles one file at a time. For bulk conversion, consider the csvjson CLI or API.

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How it works

Step 1

XML → JSON → YAML pipeline

XML is parsed to an intermediate JSON object, then serialized to YAML. Attributes appear as `@attributes` mappings.

Example

Maven pom.xml to YAML

Input
<project>
  <groupId>com.example</groupId>
  <artifactId>my-app</artifactId>
  <version>1.0.0</version>
</project>
Output
project:
  groupId: com.example
  artifactId: my-app
  version: 1.0.0

Frequently asked questions

How are XML namespaces handled in the YAML output?

Namespace prefixes are preserved as part of the key names in the YAML mapping.

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