XML to C# Converter
Convert XML to C# classes and POCO objects for .NET development
XML Input
C# Output
What is XML to C# Converter?
Building .NET apps and need C# classes from XML? This tool generates clean C# POCO classes with XML serialization support. Perfect for .NET projects where you're working with XML data from APIs or config files.
Instead of manually writing C# classes and XML attributes, paste your XML and get ready-to-use code. The converter handles nested structures, XML attributes, and all the C#-specific details automatically. Works great with System.Xml.Serialization.
Everything runs locally in your browser. Your XML never leaves your machine – generate, download, and start using the classes right away.
What Makes This Tool Different
Automatic Class Generation
Analyzes your XML and generates C# classes automatically. Nested elements become separate classes, arrays become List<T>, XML attributes become properties with [XmlAttribute].
XML Serialization Support
Generated classes include XML serialization attributes like [XmlElement], [XmlAttribute], and [XmlText] for proper serialization/deserialization.
Property vs Field Support
Choose between C# properties (with get/set) or public fields. Properties are the standard for POCO classes and work great with XML serializers.
Nullable Types
Optionally enable nullable reference types for properties that might be null. Perfect for modern C# projects using nullable reference types.
Type Detection
Automatically detects C# types: strings, integers, doubles, booleans. Arrays become List<T> collections, and nested elements become separate classes.
Download C# File
One click to download your C# classes as a .cs file. Drop it into your .NET project and start using it immediately with XML serializers.
How It Works
Paste or Upload XML
Paste your XML document into the left editor, or click "Upload" to load a file. Configure the class name and options (properties, nullable types) in the settings panel. You can also click "Sample" to see an example.
Automatic Conversion
As soon as you paste, the converter processes your XML and displays the C# classes on the right. Nested elements become separate classes, arrays become List<T>, XML attributes become properties with [XmlAttribute], and properties follow C# naming conventions.
Download or Copy
Click "Download" to save the C# classes as a .cs file, or "Copy" to copy it to your clipboard. The generated classes are ready to use in your .NET project with System.Xml.Serialization.
When You'd Actually Use This
API Integration
Generate C# classes from XML API responses. Perfect for creating DTOs (Data Transfer Objects) when integrating with SOAP APIs or XML-based web services.
.NET Development
Quickly create POCO classes for XML deserialization in .NET applications. Works great with ASP.NET Core, WCF services, and other .NET frameworks that use XML.
Configuration Files
Convert XML configuration files (like app.config, web.config) to strongly-typed C# classes. Makes configuration management type-safe and easier to work with in .NET applications.
Code Generation
Save time by generating C# classes automatically instead of writing them manually. Especially useful for complex nested XML structures with many elements and attributes.
Common Questions
Is my XML data stored?
Nope. Everything happens right in your browser. Your XML never leaves your computer – we don't even see it.
What C# features are supported?
The generator creates C# classes with properties (or fields), proper naming conventions (PascalCase), List<T> for arrays, XML serialization attributes ([XmlElement], [XmlAttribute], [XmlText]), and support for nested elements. You can choose between properties with get/set or public fields, and enable nullable types.
How are nested elements handled?
Nested XML elements become separate C# classes. Each nested element gets its own class definition with [XmlElement] attributes, and the parent class references it as a property. Arrays of elements become List<T> where T is the generated class.
How are XML attributes handled?
XML attributes are converted to C# properties with [XmlAttribute] attributes. This ensures proper serialization and deserialization when working with XML documents.
Can I customize the generated classes?
Yes! You can change the root class name, choose between properties and fields, and enable/disable nullable types. The generated code follows C# conventions and includes XML serialization attributes.
What XML serializers work with these classes?
The generated classes work with System.Xml.Serialization.XmlSerializer (built into .NET). Just use XmlSerializer.Deserialize(stream) or XmlSerializer.Deserialize(reader).
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Need to learn more about C#? Check out Microsoft's C# documentation or the XML Serialization guide for XML serialization.