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HttpBin

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Overview

This node allows you to perform HTTP GET requests to the httpbin.org API using customizable query parameters. It is useful for testing, debugging, and demonstrating HTTP request behaviors in workflows. Common scenarios include simulating API calls, inspecting how query parameters are sent, or validating workflow logic that depends on external HTTP services.

Practical examples:

  • Testing how your workflow handles responses from an external API.
  • Sending custom query parameters to httpbin.org/get and analyzing the returned data structure.
  • Debugging authentication or parameter-passing issues in a safe, public environment.

Properties

Name Meaning
Type of Data Select type of data to send. Options: Query (sends as query parameters).
Query Parameters The request's query parameters. You can add multiple key-value pairs as query parameters.

Output

The node outputs a JSON object containing the response from httpbin.org. For a GET request with query parameters, the output typically includes:

{
  "args": { /* Your query parameters as key-value pairs */ },
  "headers": { /* Request headers sent */ },
  "origin": "Your IP address",
  "url": "Full URL including query string"
}
  • args: Object containing all query parameters sent.
  • headers: Object with HTTP headers received by httpbin.
  • origin: The source IP address of the request.
  • url: The full URL used for the request.

No binary data is produced by this node.

Dependencies

  • No authentication is required for httpbin.org, but the node supports optional credentials if needed.
  • Requires internet access to reach https://httpbin.org.
  • No special n8n configuration or environment variables are necessary.

Troubleshooting

Common Issues:

  • Network errors: If n8n cannot reach httpbin.org, check your network/firewall settings.
  • Invalid query parameters: Ensure all keys and values are non-empty strings.
  • Unexpected output: Double-check the structure of your query parameters; malformed input may result in missing or incorrect args fields.

Error Messages:

  • "Request failed with status code 4xx/5xx": Indicates an issue with the request or server. Check your parameters and try again.
  • "Cannot read property 'args' of undefined": The response did not contain expected data. Verify the endpoint and parameters.

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