reqwest
An ergonomic, batteries-included HTTP client for Rust with async/blocking support, TLS, and proxies.
What is reqwest?
Reqwest is an HTTP client library for Rust that provides both asynchronous and blocking interfaces for making web requests. It simplifies tasks like sending JSON data, handling cookies, managing redirects, and working with proxies, all with secure TLS support. The library is designed to be ergonomic and feature-complete, reducing the boilerplate typically associated with HTTP communication in Rust.
Rust developers building applications that need to interact with web APIs, scrape data, or perform any HTTP-based network communication. It's suitable for both beginners looking for an easy-to-use client and experienced developers needing advanced features.
Developers choose Reqwest for its comprehensive feature set, intuitive API, and strong community support. It stands out by offering a "batteries-included" experience with sensible defaults, excellent documentation, and flexibility through optional features like native TLS and WASM compatibility.
Overview
An easy and powerful Rust HTTP Client
Use Cases
Best For
- Making API calls to REST or JSON-based web services in Rust
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