XML to Python Converter
Convert XML to Python classes and dataclasses for Django and Flask
XML Input
Python Output
What is XML to Python Converter?
Need Python classes from your XML? This tool generates clean Python code with dataclasses or regular classes. Perfect for Django or Flask projects where you're dealing with XML data.
Instead of manually parsing XML with ElementTree or lxml, generate typed classes that make your code cleaner and easier to maintain. The converter handles nested structures, attributes, and all that XML complexity automatically. Python's XML libraries work great with these generated classes.
Everything runs locally in your browser. Your XML never leaves your machine – generate, download, and start using the classes right away.
How to Use XML to Python
Follow these steps to convert XML to Python classes. Each step uses the actual buttons and panels on this page.
Paste, Upload, or Load Sample
Paste XML into the left XML Input panel, or click Upload to load a file. Click Sample to load example telecomm XML. Example:
<subscribers><subscriber><subscriberId>SUB-1001</subscriberId><plan>Unlimited 5G</plan><dataUsage>45.2</dataUsage></subscriber></subscribers>Use Clear to start fresh. Validate first with our XML Validator if needed.
Configure Class Name and Options
Set your Class Name and toggle Dataclass and Type Hints in the config panel. The right Python Output panel shows generated classes instantly per the W3C XML specification.
Download or Copy
Click Download to save the Python file, or Copy to copy to your clipboard. All processing runs in your browser – your XML never leaves your computer.
When You'd Actually Use This
API Integration
Working with XML APIs? Generate Python classes to deserialize responses. Much cleaner than parsing XML manually with ElementTree.
Django Projects
Importing XML data into Django? Generate classes first, then use them with Django's ORM or serializers. Type-safe and maintainable.
Data Processing
Processing XML files in Python? Generate classes to make the code more readable and easier to debug. Better than working with raw dictionaries.
Legacy System Integration
Connecting to old systems that output XML? Generate Python classes to make the integration cleaner and more Pythonic.
Common Questions
Is my XML data stored?
XML No. Everything runs in your browser. Your XML never leaves your computer.
What Python version does it generate?
The code works with Python 3.7+. If you enable dataclasses, you'll need Python 3.7 or later. Without dataclasses, it works with older Python versions too. Check the Python documentation for version-specific features.
Does it use dataclasses or regular classes?
XML 1.0 Specification You can choose. Dataclasses are cleaner and require less boilerplate, but regular classes work if you need more control or compatibility with older Python versions.
Can I customize the generated code?
XML Schema You can set class names and choose between dataclasses and regular classes. The generated code is clean and easy to modify – add methods or properties as needed.
Does it work with Django models?
The generated classes are plain Python classes. You can extend them to Django models if needed, or use them as data transfer objects.
What about XML attributes?
XML attributes become properties in the generated classes. Nested elements become nested classes or lists, depending on the structure.
Other XML Code Generation Tools
Need classes in a different language? Check out these converters:
Need to validate or format your XML first? Try the XML Validator or XML Formatter. For more information about XML, check out W3C XML or the guide on MDN.