Convert XML to Bencode

Convert XML to Bencode instantly in your browser. Flatten structure, include attributes, and choose dictionary or list encoding modes with live output.

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Supported file types: .xml, .txt
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Options
Flatten structure
Include attributes
Maximize output
Bencode Mode:

How to Use:

  • Paste XML input or import a .xml or .txt file.
  • Use the toggle options:
    • Flatten structure: Compresses nested tags into a flat dictionary.
    • Include attributes: Adds XML attributes as key-value pairs prefixed with @.
    • Maximize output: Expands the result display box.
  • Choose encoding mode:
    • Dictionary: Standard Bencode object.
    • List: Wraps the top-level object in a Bencode list.
  • Click Convert to generate the result.
  • Use Copy Output or Export to File to save.
  • Clear All resets the tool and output counter.

What Convert XML to Bencode can do:

Convert XML to Bencode lets you take structured XML data and serialize it into the compact Bencode format used by BitTorrent and other efficient protocols. It turns tags into dictionary keys, preserves attribute data if needed, and handles arrays where tags repeat. Whether you’re working with torrent metadata, custom P2P tools, or just want to compress XML into a simple binary-safe format, this tool gives you instant conversion with options to tweak structure.

Example:

Input:

<user><name>Alice</name><age>30</age></user>

Output (Bencode):

3:age2:303:namel5:Aliceee

Common Use Cases:

Convert XML to Bencode is useful for developers needing to serialize structured data for compact storage, file-sharing, or transmission. It’s ideal when transitioning between XML APIs and systems using Bencode. Works great for testing encoders, debugging, or preparing mock payloads.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

Before jumping into Bencode, try Convert XML to JSON it’s often a smoother step before moving into more compact encodings. And if you need to check the output later, Convert Bencode to XML brings it right back to a readable format.

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