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I built a lightweight HTTP client that lives inside Chrome — no Postman needed

I built a lightweight HTTP client that lives inside Chrome — no Postman needed

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I built a lightweight HTTP client that lives inside Chrome I got tired of switching between the browser and Postman just to test a quick API call. So I built HTTP Client — a Chrome extension that lets you send HTTP requests directly from a side panel, without leaving your current tab. What it does All HTTP methods: GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, PATCH and more Headers, Query Params, Request Body (JSON / plain text) Authentication: Bearer token, Basic Auth, API Key Save requests to Collections Request History — every request is saved automatically Environment Variables — use {{baseUrl}} style placeholders Works as a Side Panel — stays open while you browse Why not Postman? Postman is powerful, but heavy. Sometimes you just need to hit an endpoint and see the response. Opening a separate app breaks your flow. HTTP Client stays inside Chrome, opens in seconds, and remembers your requests. No account required. No telemetry. Completely free. Try it 👉 Install from Chrome Web Store Would love your f

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