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XML Minifier

Strip whitespace from XML to shrink document size.

What does this tool do?

Direct answerXML Minifier removes whitespace between elements while keeping all text content intact.
Key factWhitespace inside element text is significant in XML and is never removed.
ProcessingRuns locally in your browser; no data is sent to a server.

How to use

  1. Paste XML into the input.
  2. Click Minify XML.
  3. Copy the compressed result.

Example

Input

<root>
  <item>value</item>
</root>

Output

<root><item>value</item></root>

Who is this for?

This tool was built for people who need a fast answer in the browser — no install, no account, no data leaving the device.

Developers formatting API responses or config files, analysts inspecting minified payloads, and students learning structured data formats. If you have ever squinted at a one-line blob hoping to find a missing brace, this page is for you.

Frequently asked questions

Is text content whitespace preserved?

Yes — only whitespace between tags is stripped; text inside elements is kept as-is.

Will minified XML still validate?

Yes, as long as the original did. Only ignorable whitespace is removed.

How much space does it save?

Depends on indentation depth; deeply nested documents often shrink 30–60%.

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