CSV to XML Converter

Convert CSV files to XML format with automatic structure detection

Overview

Convert CSV files to XML format with our powerful online converter. This free tool automatically detects CSV structure, handles complex data types, and generates well-formed XML documents with customizable formatting options. Perfect for data integration, system migrations, and automated processing workflows.

Key Benefits

  • Automatic column type detection and mapping
  • Support for custom CSV delimiters
  • Handles large CSV files efficiently
  • Customizable XML structure and formatting
  • Preserves data types and relationships
  • Download converted files instantly
  • No software installation required

Primary Use Cases

  • Data integration between systems
  • Legacy system migrations
  • Database exports and imports
  • API payload generation
  • Spreadsheet data transformation

Features

Main Features

  • Smart CSV structure detection
  • Custom delimiter support (comma, tab, semicolon)
  • Automatic data type inference
  • XML tag name customization
  • Pretty-printed XML output
  • Error validation and reporting
  • Bulk conversion support

Technical Specifications

  • Processes files up to 50MB
  • UTF-8 encoding support
  • Handles escaped characters
  • Preserves data relationships
  • Supports nested XML structures

How It Works

Our CSV to XML converter employs a sophisticated parsing engine that first analyzes your CSV structure, determines data types, and then generates well-formed XML following your specified format preferences. The tool ensures data integrity while providing flexible output options.

Steps

  1. Upload or paste your CSV data
  2. Select delimiter and parsing options
  3. Preview the detected structure
  4. Customize XML output format
  5. Generate and validate XML
  6. Download or copy the result

Limitations

  • Maximum file size: 50MB
  • CSV must have consistent columns
  • Header row required for automatic mapping

Examples

Simple Contact List Conversion

Converting a basic CSV contact list to XML format

Input:

name,email,phone
John Doe,[email protected],555-0123
Jane Smith,[email protected],555-0124

Output:

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<contacts>
  <contact>
    <name>John Doe</name>
    <email>[email protected]</email>
    <phone>555-0123</phone>
  </contact>
  <contact>
    <name>Jane Smith</name>
    <email>[email protected]</email>
    <phone>555-0124</phone>
  </contact>
</contacts>

Product Catalog Conversion

Converting product data with categories and prices

Input:

id,name,category,price,stock
1001,Laptop,Electronics,999.99,50
1002,Headphones,Accessories,89.99,200

Output:

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<products>
  <product>
    <id>1001</id>
    <name>Laptop</name>
    <category>Electronics</category>
    <price>999.99</price>
    <stock>50</stock>
  </product>
  <product>
    <id>1002</id>
    <name>Headphones</name>
    <category>Accessories</category>
    <price>89.99</price>
    <stock>200</stock>
  </product>
</products>

Frequently Asked Questions

What CSV formats are supported?

Our converter supports CSV files with various delimiters including commas, tabs, and semicolons. Files should have consistent columns and preferably include a header row.

How are data types handled?

The converter automatically detects and preserves data types such as numbers, dates, and text. You can also manually specify data types for specific columns.

Can I customize the XML structure?

Yes, you can customize root element names, row element names, and how attributes are handled in the resulting XML document.

Is my data secure?

All processing is done in your browser. No data is sent to servers or stored anywhere - ensuring complete privacy and security.

Tips & Best Practices

Best Practices

  • Include header rows for automatic column mapping
  • Use consistent data formats across columns
  • Validate CSV structure before conversion
  • Preview results before bulk processing
  • Use appropriate XML tag names

Common Pitfalls

  • Inconsistent column counts
  • Invalid characters in header names
  • Mixed data types in columns
  • Unescaped special characters
  • Missing or incomplete data rows

Technical Details

Supported Formats

  • Standard CSV (comma-separated)
  • TSV (tab-separated)
  • Semicolon-separated values
  • Custom delimiter support
  • UTF-8 encoded files

Limitations

  • Maximum file size: 50MB
  • Maximum columns: 1000
  • Maximum rows: 100,000

Browser Compatibility

  • All modern web browsers
  • Chrome 60+
  • Firefox 60+
  • Safari 12+
  • Edge 79+

Security & Privacy

Data Handling

  • Client-side processing only
  • No server uploads required
  • No data storage or caching
  • Instant memory cleanup

Privacy Considerations

  • No data collection
  • No tracking or analytics
  • No cookie requirements
  • Open source code

Resources & References

Documentation

References