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Free XML Formatter – Beautify and Validate XML Online
XML Formatter — free, instant, no sign-up needed.
Paste XML and the formatter checks it is well-formed, then indents it with two spaces so nesting is easy to read. If a tag is unclosed or mismatched, you get an error instead of output. Sitemaps, RSS feeds and config files all work.
Beautify and validate XML, including XML sitemaps and RSS feeds, directly in your browser.
Use the XML Formatter online at no cost.Common tasks this tool helps with
- xml beautifier
- xml validator online
- format xml online
- pretty print xml
- xml sitemap formatter
- rss feed formatter
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Why it's free
A one-line XML file is almost impossible to review. Formatting shows the structure, and well-formedness checking catches the missing closing tag that makes a sitemap or feed fail. Checking happens locally, so private feeds are not uploaded.
What you get
- Indented, well-formed XML, or a clear message that the XML is invalid
Who uses the XML Formatter
- SEOs checking sitemap structure before submitting
- Developers reading API and feed responses
- Marketers debugging a product feed or RSS file
How it works
- Paste your XML into the box
- Read the formatted output, or the error if the XML is malformed
- Copy the formatted XML back into your file
Expert tips for using the XML Formatter
- Validate a sitemap here first, then submit it in Search Console, to avoid fetch errors from stray characters.
- Escape ampersands in URLs as & or the parser will reject the file.
- Check that encoding in the XML declaration matches how the file is saved.
Frequently asked questions
Does the XML formatter validate my XML?
It checks that the XML is well-formed: tags closed and nested correctly. It does not check against a schema such as the sitemap protocol.
Why does it say Invalid XML?
Usually a tag is unclosed, tags overlap, an attribute lacks quotes, or an ampersand is not escaped. Fix the first problem and try again.
Can I format an XML sitemap?
Yes. Paste the sitemap and copy the indented result. Check URLs, dates and the limit of 50,000 URLs per file separately.
Is the XML Formatter free?
Yes. The XML Formatter is free with no login, credits, paid plan or card. Browser-based tools can be used without a generation allowance.
Do I need an account to use it?
No. Open the page and use the XML Formatter straight away. Your input is processed on your device and is not uploaded.
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