๐โ๐ฆ CSV to XML
Convert CSV spreadsheet data to well-formed XML free. Custom element names, proper escaping, no upload required.
๐โ๐ฆ CSV to XML
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About the CSV to XML Tool
Many enterprise and government systems accept data only as XML, while the data itself almost always starts life in a spreadsheet. Converting CSV to XML bridges that gap without needing a script or a middleware step.
Each CSV row becomes an XML element, with the header row supplying child element names. Values containing reserved characters are escaped so the output is well-formed and will validate. The conversion runs in your browser, keeping the source data private.
How to Use CSV to XML
- Paste your CSV data including the header row.
- Set the root and row element names if you need specific ones.
- Press Convert to generate the XML.
- Copy or download the well-formed output.
When to Use This Tool
- Preparing spreadsheet data for an XML-only import interface
- Generating XML for a government or regulatory submission
- Feeding data into enterprise middleware that expects XML
- Creating XML test data from a spreadsheet
- Converting exported reports into an XML-based archive format
Things Worth Knowing
- The header row supplies element names, so headers must be valid XML names โ no spaces or leading digits.
- Reserved characters such as &, <, and > are escaped automatically.
- Empty CSV cells produce empty elements rather than being omitted.
Quick Facts
| Tool name | CSV to XML |
| Category | Data Converters |
| Price | Free โ no account, no trial, no watermark |
| Where it runs | Entirely in your browser (client-side) |
| Files uploaded | None โ your data never leaves your device |
| File size limit | None imposed; limited only by device memory |
| Works offline | Yes, once the page has loaded |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS |
Frequently Asked Questions
What if my CSV headers contain spaces?
They are sanitised into valid XML element names, typically by replacing spaces with underscores. Rename the headers beforehand if you need precise control over the output names.
Can I control the element names?
Yes โ the root and row element names are configurable. Child element names come from your CSV headers.
Are special characters escaped properly?
Yes. Ampersands, angle brackets, and quotes are converted to their XML entity equivalents so the document remains well-formed.
Does this produce an XML schema too?
No. Only the data document is generated. An XSD would need to be written separately.