Hoppscotch
Hoppscotch is an open-source API development ecosystem designed for creating, testing, and debugging APIs. It provides a lightweight and responsive interface to send HTTP requests, inspect responses, test GraphQL queries, and handle real-time protocols like WebSockets.
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- ✓ Last checked: Nov. 4, 2026
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- Version
- 26.10.0-0
- Release date
- Oct. 30, 2026
- License
- MIT License
- Installer type
- wix
How do I use this?
Type Terminal in the Start menu and open it, paste the command (Ctrl+V or right-click) and press Enter. It uses winget, Windows' own package manager, to install the program from its official source.
winget install --id hoppscotch.Hoppscotch -eSHA256 (file verification)
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Hoppscotch 26.10.0-0: what's new?
Highlights
- Support for REST, GraphQL, and WebSocket protocols
- Configurable request headers, parameters, body data, and authentication
- Organization of requests using collections and environment variables
- Lightweight, open-source application with MIT License
Who is it for?
Backend and frontend software developers who need to test API endpoints, inspect payloads, and debug web services during development.
Good to know before installing
- Desktop download on this listing is available for Windows only.
- Lacks some complex automated testing workflows found in heavier commercial suites without external tooling.
How to install
Windows
- Click the official download button on this page to retrieve the installer.
- Open and run the downloaded setup executable.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to finish installation.
- Alternatively, run 'winget install --id hoppscotch.Hoppscotch -e' in your terminal.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hoppscotch free to use?
Yes, Hoppscotch is completely free and released under the open-source MIT License.
Do I need an account to use the application?
No, an account is not required to create and send API requests locally.
Can Hoppscotch test local APIs?
Yes, the desktop application can send requests directly to localhost and local network servers.