How do I convert XML to YAML?

Paste your XML into the left panel and the YAML output appears instantly on the right. You can copy or download the result.

Is the converted YAML valid?

Yes. The converter produces properly indented, valid YAML that mirrors the structure of your XML document.

Yes. All conversion happens entirely in your browser. Your XML data is never sent to any server.

XML to YAML Converter Online — Free & Instant

About XML to YAML Converter

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This free online XML to YAML converter transforms XML documents into properly indented, valid YAML in a single step — no intermediate JSON conversion required. It is especially useful when migrating from XML-based build and configuration tools such as Maven pom.xml, Spring application context files, or Ant build scripts to modern YAML-native tools like Kubernetes, Helm, Docker Compose, or Ansible. Paste your XML and the YAML output appears instantly in your browser with no signup and no data uploaded to any server.

Key Features

Converts XML to valid YAML directly — no intermediate JSON step required
Ideal for migrating Maven, Spring, and Ant configs to Kubernetes or Ansible
Preserves document hierarchy, element order, and XML attribute values
Handles nested XML structures including repeated sibling elements
Download as a .yaml file or copy the output to clipboard — no signup needed

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