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How to Share API Collections With Your Team

Learn how to share API collections with your team: shared vs local workspaces, sharing environments safely, and migrating with import/export.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 24, 2026
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How to Upload Files via API: Multipart & Base64

Learn how to upload files via API: multipart/form-data vs Base64 in JSON, when to use each, and how to send file uploads correctly.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 23, 2026
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How to Automate API Testing (Without the Headaches)

Learn how to automate API testing: add assertions, group requests, drive them with data, and run them repeatably so regressions surface early.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 22, 2026
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WebSocket vs REST: When to Use Each

WebSocket vs REST: one holds a connection open for real-time, the other is request/response. Learn when to use each, with practical examples.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 21, 2026
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API Throttling vs Rate Limiting: The Difference

Throttling smooths traffic; rate limiting caps it and returns 429. Learn the difference between API throttling and rate limiting, with clear examples.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 20, 2026
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API Rate Limiting: How to Handle 429 Errors

Learn how API rate limiting works, what HTTP 429 and Retry-After mean, and how to handle and test rate limits without getting your client blocked.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 17, 2026
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How to Test an API: A Step-by-Step Guide

New to API testing? Learn how to test an API step by step: send a request, inspect the response, assert on it, and then automate the run.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 16, 2026
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How to Run API Tests in CI/CD (with Reports)

Learn how to run API tests in CI/CD: trigger tests on every push, gate deploys on failures, and publish reports your team can read.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 15, 2026
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How to Configure Proxy Settings for API Requests

Learn how to configure proxy settings for API requests: route calls through a proxy host and port, handle corporate proxies, and debug traffic.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 14, 2026
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How to Auto-Generate API Documentation

Learn how to auto-generate API documentation from your requests and example responses, and publish docs your team can actually use.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 13, 2026
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How to Build API Automation Flows (Visual Guide)

Learn how to build API automation flows: chain requests, extract variables, and add conditions so a whole scenario runs from start to finish.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 10, 2026
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How to Run API Tests from the Command Line

Learn how to run API tests from the command line, with Newman and beyond, so your test suite fits cleanly into scripts and CI pipelines.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 9, 2026
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How to Set Up API Monitoring (Step by Step)

Learn how to set up API monitoring: schedule requests, assert on the results, track uptime and latency, and get alerted the moment an API breaks.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 8, 2026
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API Load and Performance Testing: A Practical Guide

A practical guide to API load and performance testing: virtual users, p50/p95/p99 latency, finding the breaking point, and the right tools.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 7, 2026
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How to Test gRPC Services and APIs

Learn how to test gRPC services: invoke methods from a .proto contract, assert on typed responses, and use tools like grpcurl and ghz.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 6, 2026
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How to Test WebSocket APIs (Tools & Techniques)

Learn how to test WebSocket APIs: open a connection, send and assert on messages, and use the tools that make real-time testing manageable.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 3, 2026
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How to Chain API Requests (Pass Data Between Calls)

Learn how to chain API requests: capture a value such as a token from one response and reuse it in the next request, with no copy-paste.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 2, 2026
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How to Write API Tests and Assertions

Learn how to write API tests and assertions that check status codes, response bodies, and schemas, so broken contracts fail loudly and early.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jul 1, 2026
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Pre-request and Post-response Scripts in API Testing

Learn how pre-request and post-response scripts work in API testing: prepare data before a call, then validate or extract values after it.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 30, 2026
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How to Use Environment Variables in API Requests

Learn how to use environment variables in API requests to switch between dev, staging, and prod cleanly, and to keep secrets out of your requests.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 29, 2026
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Variables in API Testing: Scopes & Precedence

Master variables in API testing: the five scopes, how precedence resolves name conflicts, and how to read and write variables from scripts.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 26, 2026
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The Best API Testing Tools in 2026 (by Category)

The best API testing tools in 2026, grouped by category: clients, automation, load, and contract testing, so you can pick the right tool for the job.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 25, 2026
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How to Use Bearer Tokens for API Authentication

Learn how Bearer token authentication works, how to send the Authorization header correctly, and how to capture and refresh tokens when testing APIs.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 24, 2026
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How to Set Up API Key Authentication

Learn how to set up API key authentication the right way: header vs query string, key generation and rotation, and keeping keys out of logs.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 23, 2026
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API Key vs OAuth: Which Should You Use?

API keys are simple; OAuth 2.0 is scoped and revocable. Compare API key vs OAuth on security, lifetime, and use cases to pick the right one.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 22, 2026
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OAuth vs JWT: What's the Difference?

OAuth and JWT solve different problems: one is a protocol, the other a token format. Learn the real difference and when to use each.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 19, 2026
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OAuth 2.0 Flows Explained (With Examples)

Authorization Code, PKCE, Client Credentials, Device Code: understand every OAuth 2.0 flow, which one to use, and which flows are now deprecated.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 18, 2026
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API Authentication Methods: A Complete Guide

API keys, Bearer tokens, JWT, OAuth 2.0, Basic auth: compare every API authentication method, when to use it, and how to implement it correctly.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 17, 2026
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gRPC vs REST: When to Use Which Protocol

gRPC vs REST compared: transport, payloads, streaming, and typing. Learn which protocol fits your API and how to work with each one.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 16, 2026
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GraphQL vs REST: How to Choose and Test Both

GraphQL or REST? Compare how each handles queries, over-fetching, and tooling, then learn how to test both kinds of API effectively.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 15, 2026
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Webhooks vs APIs: What's the Difference?

Webhooks push events to you; APIs wait to be polled. Learn the difference between webhooks and APIs, when to use each, and how to test both.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 12, 2026
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How to Fix 401 Unauthorized Errors When Testing APIs

A 401 means your request isn't authenticated. Learn what causes 401 Unauthorized errors, how to read the response, and how to fix them fast.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 11, 2026
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How to Fix CORS Errors When Testing APIs

CORS errors blocking your API tests? Learn what triggers them, how to read the preflight request, and the fastest ways to fix CORS when testing APIs.

RKRonak Kadhi · Jun 10, 2026
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SOAP vs REST: Which One Should You Use?

Compare SOAP vs REST in 2026. Learn the differences in speed, security, XML vs JSON, performance, and when to choose SOAP or REST APIs

Kanishk Rawat · Mar 31, 2026
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What Is a SOAP API? Complete Beginner Guide

SOAP APIs have been around for more than two decades, but they are still widely used in banking, healthcare, telecom, travel, insurance, and enterprise sof...

Kanishk Rawat · Mar 30, 2026
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How to Organize API Requests When Testing Multiple Scenarios

Testing APIs across multiple scenarios doesn't have to be messy. Learn how to structure, name, and organize API requests so your team can test faster, debug easier, and stay aligned.

Kanishk Rawat · Mar 18, 2026
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10 Practical Script Examples for API Testing

10 practical script examples for API testing covering validation, authentication, chaining requests, negative testing, and business logic checks with real-world scenarios.

Kanishk Rawat · Feb 24, 2026
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How to Write Scripts to Validate API Response Data

When you’re building or debugging a frontend, the real problems usually don’t show up until the API response hits the browser. Everything may look fine in i...

Kanishk Rawat · Feb 24, 2026
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What is cURL? Complete Guide to cURL Commands, Options & API Testing

cURL is one of those tools that every developer encounters at some point in their career. Whether you're testing APIs, debugging network issues, or automati...

Kanishk Rawat · Feb 12, 2026
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Mock APIs Locally: Client-Side HTTP Interception Guide

Client-side HTTP interception lets you mock APIs directly in the browser—no servers or env hacks. Requestly keeps mocks realistic, reversible, and fast.

YSYashwanth Sai · Dec 22, 2025
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Testing in Production Safely with HTTP Interception

Testing in production is already happening. HTTP request interception with Requestly makes it safe, controlled, and reversible—without touching real users.

YSYashwanth Sai · Dec 22, 2025
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🚀 React 19 in 2025 — What’s New, Why It Matters, and How to Migrate from React 18

Discover what's new in React 19, why it matters, and how to migrate from React 18 effortlessly for optimized performance and simpler coding.

SSonika · Dec 15, 2025
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Managing Security in API Testing: Complete Guide

Managing security during API testing is crucial. Learn the risks of cloud tools and why a local-first workflow like Requestly keeps your data safer.

SBSayanta Banerjee · Dec 9, 2025
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AI-Powered Frontend Dev: Copilot, Cursor & Figma MCP

Unlock the future of frontend development with AI tools like Copilot and Cursor to supercharge your coding efficiency and creativity.

SSonika · Dec 9, 2025
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What is a Reverse Proxy and How Does It Work?

Learn more about how a reverse proxy boosts speed, security, and scalability by routing requests, blocking threats, and protecting your backend servers.

Kanishk Rawat · Nov 25, 2025
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How to Use the if() Function in CSS

Learn how to use the if() function in CSS to add conditional logic directly in your styles, enhancing flexibility without JavaScript.

Dinesh Thakur · Nov 21, 2025
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How Lodash Can Simplify Your API Testing

Learn how to enhance your API testing in Requestly by importing Lodash and other libraries for effective data transformation and manipulation.

Kanishk Rawat · Nov 17, 2025
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Choosing the Best REST API Client Tools for Your Project

Discover how to choose the best REST API client tools for your project with key features, comparison tips, and top tool recommendations

Parth Bhardwaj · Oct 17, 2025
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How to ace API Testing with Requestly

Master API testing with Requestly to securely debug locally, streamline development, and enhance your workflow efficiency without cloud risks.

ABAniket Bhattacharyea · Sep 17, 2025
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How to develop a SaaS Product? From Idea to Scale

Discover how to build a SaaS product from idea to scale. Learn about ideation, MVP, launch, PMF, and growth strategies with practical tips.

Sagar Soni · Feb 11, 2025
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Best Open Source API Mocking Tool (With Examples)

Learn how to quickly mock REST and GraphQL APIs using Requestly. Speed up your frontend development and test without backend dependencies.

Sagar Soni · Dec 2, 2024
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How to Intercept network on iOS simulator?

Discover how to intercept network traffic in iOS simulator with Xcode. Enhance your app development workflow for better debugging and performance

Dinesh Thakur · Oct 21, 2024
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How to setup Charles proxy

In this article, we will walk you through setting up Charles Proxy from scratch so that you can intercept network requests quickly. Afterward we will take a look at a tool that provides similar functionality but with a modern and easy-to-use UI.

Dinesh Thakur · Sep 26, 2024
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How to migrate from Charles Proxy

Compare Charles Proxy and Requestly features. Learn how to migrate your settings and leverage Requestly's advanced capabilities. Migrate today!

Dinesh Thakur · Sep 13, 2024
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How to Setup an Apple Mac for Software Development

Learn how to configure your Mac for optimal software development. Security, tools, environment setup, and more.

Sagar Soni · Sep 9, 2024
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How to use Chrome DevTools as a Request Interceptor

Unlock the power of Chrome DevTools as a request interceptor to enhance your web development skills by effortlessly modifying network requests.

Dinesh Thakur · Sep 6, 2024
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How to Implement HTTP Interceptors in JavaScript Frameworks

There are 2 types of HTTP Interceptors, one facilitates API communication internally, other works externally enabling you to control the behavior of APIs.

Dinesh Thakur · Sep 3, 2024
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Debugging Network Requests Using Flutter HTTP Interceptor

How to debug network requests using Flutter HTTP interceptors. Enhance your app's performance by modifying, and analyzing API requests and responses

Kanishk Rawat · Aug 23, 2024
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How to redirect prebid.js to staging server for testing?

Discover how to easily load development version of Prebid.js on production into your local browser for smooth delivery.

Kanishk Rawat · Aug 14, 2024
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Monitor & Debug APIs with Chrome Request Interceptors

Learn to monitor and debug APIs using Chrome request interceptors. Improve API development with these powerful techniques.

Kanishk Rawat · Aug 13, 2024
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HTTP Interceptors for API Rate Limiting and Throttling

Learn how to implement API Rate Limiting and Throttling in your Angular and React applications using HTTP interceptors for optimal performance.

Kanishk Rawat · Aug 9, 2024
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Understanding Angular Interceptors : Beyond HTTP

Discover how Angular interceptors enhance your app with advanced request handling, security, performance optimization, and modular solutions.

Kanishk Rawat · Aug 6, 2024
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How to implement Axios Interceptor in React?

Learn to implement Axios interceptors in React for improved request handling and error management with this easy-to-follow guide!

Dinesh Thakur · Aug 2, 2024
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How to Create an Angular HTTP Interceptor from Scratch

Learn how to create Angular HTTP interceptors for efficient API request handling, improved security, and streamlined code.

Kanishk Rawat · Jul 26, 2024
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How to implement Axios Request Interceptors in Next.js

Learn how to implement Axios request and response interceptors in Next.js. Improve your API handling and streamline development. Read now!

Dinesh Thakur · Jul 25, 2024
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How to Load Staging GraphQL APIs on Local Apps

Let’s explore how you can speed up your local development with GraphQL APIs using Replace Rule.

Sagar Soni · Jul 23, 2024
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How to make non-intrusive GraphQL API Mocks

Learn how to create non-intrusive GraphQL API mocks using Requestly. Develop frontend features in parallel without hardcoding responses.

Sagar Soni · Jul 23, 2024
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How to Override GraphQL API Query & Mutations

Learn how to override GraphQL API queries and mutations using Requestly. Modify request bodies programmatically for testing and development. Read now!

Sagar Soni · Jul 23, 2024
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How to Override GraphQL API Responses

Frontend developers often need to test their code with variations in API responses. In this post, learn how to override GraphQL API responses.

Sagar Soni · Jul 23, 2024
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Top Google Chrome Extensions for HTTP Interception

HTTP Request interception in web development can improve your local dev & testing workflows, having the right tool is important. Checkout this comparison.

Sagar Soni · Jul 23, 2024
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What is HTTP Interceptor & Why Should You Use One?

Unlock the potential of your web applications by learning how HTTP interceptors can enhance performance, security, and maintainability in your development process.

Dinesh Thakur · Jul 19, 2024
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Best Chrome Extensions for QAs in 2024

From automating repetitive tasks to enhancing visibility and control over web applications, these chrome extensions for QAs are essential.

Sagar Soni · Jul 16, 2024
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How to Speed Up Your Development Process using Mock API

Save time in software development by using mock API! This article explores how mock APIs streamline your workflow.

Kanishk Rawat · Jun 4, 2024
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What is API Mocking and Why is it Important?

Learn about API mocking, its benefits (faster development, easier testing), and common use cases. Discover how to streamline your development workflow.

Sagar Soni · May 28, 2024
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What is API Mocking & Why its important to create Mock API?

Learn about API mocking, its benefits (faster development, easier testing), and common use cases. Discover how to streamline your development workflow.

Sagar Soni · May 28, 2024
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Top interview questions for frontend developer

Landing a frontend developer job can be tough due to many technologies and competition. This guide will equip you with core knowledge to ace those interviews.

Sagar Soni · May 21, 2024
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How to Inject Javascript on a webpage with custom attributes

Insert script with attributes like defer, async, nomodule, crossorigin, integrity, referrerpolicy, data-*, etc.

Sagar Soni · Feb 27, 2024
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Test SaaS Products on Live Sites Without Integration

Learn how to use Requestly to test your SaaS product on live websites locally, simulating integration without affecting the actual site.

Sagar Soni · Dec 22, 2023
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How to override API request body using Javascript

Learn how to override API request bodies using Javascript for testing and development. Use Requestly to easily modify request payloads

Rohan Mathur · Dec 13, 2023
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How to Serve API Responses Locally Without Hitting Server

Learn how to serve API responses locally for testing and development, even when the backend isn't ready. Use Requestly to mock API responses. Read now!

Sagar Soni · Dec 13, 2023
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How to Test Your Website for Unusual Scenarios

As a web developer or QA, you need to test your website with different scenarios. Requestly helps simulate these scenarios without modifying the code.

Nafees Nehar · Dec 13, 2023
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How to add a Random Query Parameters to Prevent Caching?

Learn how to add a random query parameter to a URL to bypass caching and ensure fresh content. Use Requestly to automate this process. Read now!

Sagar Soni · Nov 22, 2023
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How to block a URL in Chrome, Firefox & Safari

Easily block URLs in Chrome, Firefox, and Safari to minimize distractions and enhance your browsing experience with this simple guide.

Sagar Soni · Nov 22, 2023
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How to change a part in the URL (e.g. domain) while keeping the rest of the URL same?

Learn how to easily change parts of a URL, like the domain, while keeping the rest the same. Use Requestly to simplify URL manipulation. Read now!

Sagar Soni · Nov 22, 2023
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How to inject a script before page load on a website?

Learn how to inject a script before page load on a website using Requestly. Customize website behavior and automate tasks. Read now!

Sagar Soni · Nov 22, 2023
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How to modify HTTP Headers in Android and IOS Apps/Browsers?

Learn how to modify HTTP headers in Android and iOS apps and browsers using Requestly. Control network traffic for testing and development. Read now!

Sagar Soni · Nov 22, 2023
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How to modify HTTP Headers in Chrome, Firefox, Edge & Safari browsers?

Learn how to modify HTTP headers in Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. Control network traffic for testing, development, and more. Read now!

Sagar Soni · Nov 22, 2023
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How to modify QueryParameters in URL on the fly?

Learn how to modify query parameters in URL on the fly using Requestly for effective debugging and enhanced web application customization.

Sagar Soni · Nov 22, 2023
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Switch API Endpoints Between Environments Easily

Learn how to quickly switch API endpoints between environments (e.g., production to local) for testing and development using Requestly. Read now!

Sagar Soni · Nov 22, 2023
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How to throttle (or add a custom delay to) an API request?

Learn how to throttle API requests for better testing with custom delays using the Requestly Chrome extension to improve your web app performance.

Sagar Soni · Nov 22, 2023
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Replace Rule Documentation

Replace Rule is commonly used ruleType provided by Requestly. As the word replace indicates it allows users to replace a string (or matching pattern) with another string in the url. It looks to be ver

Kanishk Rawat · Nov 26, 2022