XML validator

XML Validator Online

Validate your XML documents with our reliable XML Validator. Ensure your XML is well-formed and free of syntax errors. Get instant feedback and detailed error messages to help you correct any issues. Perfect for developers and data professionals looking to maintain clean and compliant XML files.

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Common XML Use Cases

Web Services & APIs: Validate SOAP messages and REST API responses

Data Exchange: Verify XML files before importing into databases or systems

Configuration Files: Check application config files for syntax errors

RSS/Atom Feeds: Validate news feeds and syndication formats

How to Use XML Validator
  1. Paste your XML content into the editor or drag & drop an XML file
  2. Click "Validate XML" to check for syntax errors and structure issues
  3. Use "Format XML" to beautify and properly indent your code
  4. Copy the validated XML or download it as a file
Frequently Asked Questions

XML validation is the process of checking whether an XML document follows proper XML syntax rules. This includes verifying elements are properly nested, tags are closed correctly, attributes are properly quoted, and the document follows XML specifications.

Validating XML helps prevent data processing errors, ensures compatibility with systems that consume your XML, and makes debugging easier. Invalid XML can cause applications to fail, data to be lost, or integrations to break.

Currently, this tool performs well-formedness validation which checks XML syntax and structure. For schema validation (XSD) and DTD validation, we recommend using specialized XML editors or validation tools.