Free XML editor for Windows

XML ValidatorBuddy free for personal and educational use.

Request the free personal edition and use the XML ValidatorBuddy Standard feature set for learning, teaching, coursework, and non-commercial personal projects.

XML ValidatorBuddy editor and validation workspace on Windows
Text editing, validation diagnostics, structured views, and XML tools remain together in the Windows application.

Included features

A capable XML environment for personal work and education.

The free license provides the Standard edition functionality while keeping commercial use reserved for a purchased license. Install the current Windows package first, then use the license key from the request form to activate the personal edition on your computer.

Edit and inspect XML

Work in the XML text editor, use structured views, navigate documents, format content, and inspect XPath results.

Explore XML editing

Validate while you work

Check XML against XSD, DTD, and Schematron and follow detailed diagnostics back to the affected source.

Explore XML validation

Convert and automate

Use XML, JSON, CSV, XSLT, batch, and ValBuddy command-line tools for repeatable personal workflows.

Explore ValBuddy CLI

Free personal license

Request your free license key.

Enter your email address to receive a uniquely assigned XML ValidatorBuddy license key for eligible personal or educational use.

Your email address is used only to generate and send your personal license key.

License delivery: keep the emailed key with your installation records so the personal edition can be restored after reinstalling the application. Keep the key private, and move to a commercial license before using the editor for client work, business operations, or any other professional activity.