What is an HTTP client?
An HTTP client is a tool that sends HTTP requests to servers and receives responses. It's essential for API development, testing, and debugging web services.
HITOP as an HTTP client
HITOP is a modern HTTP client that supports all HTTP methods and gives you a clean interface for testing APIs. Use it in the browser, as a Chrome or Firefox extension, as a Mac or iOS app, or from the CLI.
Supported HTTP methods
- GET: Retrieve resources
- POST: Create resources
- PUT: Update resources
- PATCH: Partial updates
- DELETE: Remove resources
- HEAD: Get headers only
- OPTIONS: Check supported methods
Key features
- Custom headers
- Request body formatting (JSON, form data, raw)
- Response syntax highlighting
- Request history
- Authorization headers (Bearer, Basic, API keys), typed in or set by a script
- Collection variables