XML to CSV Converter

Convert your XML files to CSV format quickly and easily.

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This free online tool allows you to convert XML files to CSV (Comma Separated Values) format. Simply upload your XML file or paste your XML content, and our tool will automatically convert it to CSV format.

Your files are processed securely and are not stored on our servers. No registration or email is required.

Maximum file size: 5MB

How to Convert XML to CSV

  1. Upload your XML file or paste your XML content in the appropriate tab.
  2. Click the "Convert to CSV" button to start the conversion.
  3. Once the conversion is complete, you can copy the CSV data to your clipboard or download it as a CSV file.

About XML to CSV Conversion

XML (eXtensible Markup Language) is a markup language that defines a set of rules for encoding documents in a format that is both human-readable and machine-readable. CSV (Comma-Separated Values) is a simple file format used to store tabular data, such as a spreadsheet or database.

Converting XML to CSV can be useful for:

  • Importing data into spreadsheet applications like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
  • Data analysis and manipulation in tools that prefer CSV format
  • Simplifying complex XML data structures into a flat table format

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How XML Becomes CSV

XML stores data as nested elements, while CSV is a flat table of rows and columns. The converter looks for the repeating element in your file, such as every <product> or <order>, turns each one into a row, and uses the child element names as column headings.

That works well for list-like data exported from shops, CRMs and accounting systems. Deeply nested XML, where a record contains its own lists, doesn't map neatly to a single table, so you may need to flatten or split it first.

The CSV opens directly in Excel, Google Sheets and Numbers. If you see odd characters, import the file as UTF-8 rather than double-clicking it.

Files are uploaded over HTTPS and processed on our server only to create your download. They aren't published or shared.

Frequently asked questions

Why are some of my columns empty?

Not every record in the XML has every element. The converter creates a column for each element name it finds and leaves a cell blank where a record does not have it.

Can I convert XML attributes?

Values stored in attributes rather than child elements may not come through as columns. If you need them, check the output and adjust the XML if necessary.

How do I open the CSV in Excel without breaking special characters?

Use Data, then From Text/CSV, and choose UTF-8 as the file origin.