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Overview

This node interacts with the HttpBin API, specifically performing HTTP GET requests with customizable query parameters. It is useful for testing and debugging HTTP requests by sending GET requests to HttpBin's endpoints and inspecting the responses. Practical applications include verifying how query parameters are sent and received, experimenting with different request configurations, or integrating simple HTTP GET calls into workflows without needing a full HTTP request node.

Properties

Name Meaning
Type of Data Selects the type of data to send; currently only "Query" (query parameters) is supported.
Query Parameters Key-value pairs representing the query parameters to be included in the GET request URL.
  • Type of Data: Only one option available — "Query", meaning the node sends data as URL query parameters.
  • Query Parameters: Users can add multiple key-value pairs that will be appended as query parameters in the GET request.

Output

The node outputs JSON data corresponding to the response from the HttpBin API. The json output field contains the parsed response body, which typically includes details about the request made, such as the query parameters received, headers, origin IP, and other diagnostic information provided by HttpBin.

No binary data output is produced by this node.

Dependencies

  • Requires access to the public HttpBin API at https://httpbin.org.
  • Optionally supports an API authentication credential, but it is not required for basic GET requests.
  • No additional environment variables or special n8n configurations are necessary.

Troubleshooting

  • Common Issues:
    • Network connectivity problems may prevent reaching https://httpbin.org.
    • Incorrectly formatted query parameters could lead to unexpected results or errors.
  • Error Messages:
    • HTTP errors (e.g., 4xx or 5xx status codes) indicate issues with the request or server availability.
    • Timeout errors suggest network delays or unresponsive endpoints.
  • Resolutions:
    • Verify internet connection and endpoint accessibility.
    • Ensure query parameter keys and values are correctly specified.
    • Retry after some time if the HttpBin service is temporarily unavailable.

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