Safe quoting
Values are quoted for the shell so a quote in the body does not break the command.
Headers
Tool Features
JSON and forms
JSON is checked, and form data accepts lines or an object and turns them into fields.
Live command
The command updates as you type, with optional Bearer and redirect following.
About cURL Generator Tool
cURL Generator Tool is a free and easy-to-use tool that allows you to generate cURL commands from request fields quickly and easily.
What is cURL?
cURL is a command-line tool for transferring data to or from a server. It is widely used for testing APIs and requests.
How Does It Work?
After entering URL, Method, Headers, and Body (if any), the tool generates a complete cURL command ready to use in Terminal.
Supported Methods:
- GET: Fetch data from the server.
- POST: Send new data to the server.
- PUT: Update existing data on the server.
- DELETE: Delete data from the server.
- PATCH: Partial update of data.
- HEAD: Fetch only header information.
- OPTIONS: Fetch available request options.
Use Cases
- Developers — Generate cURL commands to test APIs or requests in Terminal.
- Web Developers — Create cURL commands from Postman or other tools to test APIs.
- Application Developers — Generate cURL commands to test endpoints in applications.
- Software Testers — Create cURL commands for automated or manual API testing.
- System Administrators — Generate cURL commands to test servers or APIs in different environments.
- Security Developers — Create cURL commands for security testing or API inspection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the tool free?
Yes, the tool is completely free and requires no registration or subscription.
What is cURL?
cURL is a command-line tool for transferring data to or from a server. It is widely used for testing APIs.
How do I use the generated cURL command?
Copy the command and paste it in Terminal or Command Prompt and press Enter. Make sure cURL is installed on your system.
Can I add custom headers?
Yes, you can add any number of custom headers. Each header has a key and value.
What body types are supported?
JSON, form fields (key=value lines or an object), and raw text. Values are quoted so they work in a shell.
Is data saved?
No, not at all. All generation is done locally in your browser and no data is sent or saved on the server.
Can I use generated commands in production?
Yes, generated commands are valid and can be used in any environment. Make sure to review sensitive data before use.
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