WXR Converter

Convert WXR files online for free

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Drop or upload your .WXR file

How to convert your WXR file

Click Select File above, and choose your WXR file.
You'll see a preview.
Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.

Convert WXR to another file type

The converter easily converts your WXR file to various formats—free and online. No Windows or extra software needed.

Convert a file to WXR

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the WXR file type—in the best quality.

About WXR files

WXR (WordPress eXtended RSS) files are XML-based files used primarily for exporting and importing WordPress site content. They serve as a comprehensive content transfer tool, encompassing posts, pages, comments, custom fields, categories, and tags. However, their usage is limited outside of WordPress, presenting challenges for users who need to convert them into other formats.

Converting WXR files requires specialized software. One popular method is using WordPress Importer to import the content into a WordPress site and then export it in more versatile formats like CSV or JSON using plugins like WP All Export. Another option is to manually parse the XML using scripting languages such as Python with libraries like ElementTree or Pandas for CSV conversion.

Conversion challenges include maintaining data integrity, especially with large or complex files, and ensuring that all WordPress-specific elements are correctly translated into the new format. Drawbacks of WXR files include their limited compatibility and the potential for data loss if not handled properly.

WXR files can be converted to various formats, including CSV, JSON, and HTML. Each format serves different purposes; CSV is ideal for spreadsheets, JSON for data interchange, and HTML for web content.

For a hassle-free experience, use Convert.Guru, a trusted website to safely and reliably convert WXR files. Simply drag and drop your WXR files onto the page and convert them to the desired format effortlessly. Convert.Guru ensures a seamless conversion process, maintaining the integrity and accuracy of your content.

The WXR Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.

When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.

Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best WXR converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.