Last reviewed: 2026-05-15

HTTP Request quick answer

HTTP Request is a server-assisted API debugging tool for debug api requests with method, auth, headers, query, and body.. It is intended for reproducible request checks, not for storing secrets.

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This tool sends the configured request through a server-assisted endpoint, so avoid production secrets, long-lived tokens, or private internal URLs.

HTTP Request returns a copyable result that can be reviewed immediately or continued in a related ToolMeshly workflow.

About HTTP Request

Professional API debugging tool supporting Method, Authentication, Headers, Query Parameters, and Request Body.

1. Enter the full API URL including protocol (http:// or https://).
2. Select the appropriate HTTP method (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, etc.).
3. Configure authentication if needed (None, Bearer Token, or Basic Auth).
4. Add custom HTTP headers and query parameters as required.
5. Enter request body for POST/PUT requests (JSON or plain text).
6. Click Send to execute the request and view the response.

FAQ

What is HTTP Request best for?

Professional API debugging tool supporting Method, Authentication, Headers, Query Parameters, and Request Body.

Does HTTP Request upload or store my data?

This tool sends the configured request through a server-assisted endpoint, so avoid production secrets, long-lived tokens, or private internal URLs.

Can HTTP Request replace a full API client?

Use it for quick triage, cURL imports, and reproducible request checks. Keep collections, environment secrets, and long-lived team workflows in a dedicated API client like Postman or Insomnia.

How do I import a cURL command?

Paste a cURL command in the import box. The tool parses method, URL, headers, and body automatically. Supported formats: curl -X POST -H 'Content-Type: application/json' -d '{"key":"value"}' https://api.example.com

What's the difference between Bearer Token and Basic Auth?

Bearer tokens (Authorization: Bearer <token>) are used for OAuth 2.0 and API keys. Basic Auth (Authorization: Basic base64(user:pass)) is simpler but less secure for tokens. Check your API docs for which method to use.

Why does my POST request return 415 Unsupported Media Type?

The server doesn't accept your request body format. Set Content-Type header to match your body: application/json for JSON, text/plain for plain text, multipart/form-data for forms. Check the API documentation for the expected format.

Which tools pair well with HTTP Request?

Common next steps include JSON Formatter, JSON Validator, URL Encode/Decode. These related tools help continue the same workflow through generation, validation, formatting, or debugging.

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Guides & tutorials

• API debugging with HTTP Request tool
• HTTP response debugging checklist
• Validate OpenAPI before every release