A REST client for almost any web service.
What is RESTer?
RESTer is a Chrome extension designed for performing HTTP requests with custom methods, URLs, bodies, and headers. You can save your favorite requests, organize them into collections, and view a comprehensive history of your requests. RESTer supports Basic and OAuth2 authentication and allows the use of placeholders in saved requests. Moreover, the application offers shortcuts for frequently used actions, making your workflow more efficient.
Extension stats
By: Jan Kühle
Users: 30,000+
Rating: 4.67
(24)
Creation date: 2020-06-14
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
Size: 2.22M
Email: jk*****@gmail.com
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Extension summary
You can...
- perform HTTP requests with any method, URL, body and custom headers.
- save favorite requests and organize them in collections.
- view a history of your requests, which includes the full request and response.
The add-on supports the following goodies:
- Create and save your authorization headers with Basic or OAuth2 authentication.
- Use placeholders in saved requests.
- Use shortcuts for the frequently used actions (try pressing "?" to see the available shortcuts for the current context).
User reviews
Pros
- Lightweight and easy to use
- Powerful features and functionality
- Ability to export/import to Postman Collection format
- Great for discovering REST Web Services
- Good interface despite minor issues
Cons
- Requests are stored locally and not online
- Lack of clear instructions on how to start using the extension
- Occasional lack of response after sending requests
- Difficult to locate the extension in Google app extensions
Most mentioned
- Lightweight and easy to use
- Powerful rest client with import/export features
- Need for better instructions on usage
- UI improvements suggested
- Issue with losing requests after reinstalling
Recent reviews
Simple, yet the most powerful rest client. Exporting and importing to Postman Collection format is a game changer, as I can easily share, with other developers.
It's lightweight and easy to use perfect !
Extension safety
Risk impact
RESTer requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
RESTer has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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