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cURL Command Parser

Parse cURL commands into method, URL, headers, cookies, query parameters, body, and readable request details directly in your browser.

Paste a cURL command copied from browser DevTools, API docs, terminal history, Postman, Insomnia, logs, or a debugging note.

Parsing Options

cURL Command Builder

Parsed Output

Parsed cURL output will appear here.
cURL parsing happens directly in your browser. Your command, headers, cookies, and body are not uploaded to a server.

Parsing cURL Commands for API Debugging

cURL commands are copied from browser DevTools, API docs, terminals, logs, Postman, Insomnia, and support tickets all the time. They are useful, but long commands can be hard to read when headers, cookies, body data, and URLs are packed into one line.

This cURL Command Parser breaks a command into readable request details. You can inspect the method, URL, query parameters, headers, cookies, body, and common cURL flags before using the request for debugging or documentation.

Reading a cURL Command Without Manually Splitting It

  1. Paste a cURL command into the input box.
  2. Choose whether sensitive values should be hidden in output.
  3. Pick summary, JSON, or raw HTTP request output.
  4. Review the parsed URL, headers, cookies, query values, and body.
  5. Copy the parsed output when you need to share or document it.

Common cURL Parser Use Cases

  • Reading long cURL commands copied from browser DevTools.
  • Checking which headers and cookies are being sent.
  • Inspecting JSON request bodies before replaying an API call.
  • Hiding sensitive Authorization or Cookie values before sharing.
  • Turning a cURL command into a readable raw HTTP request.
  • Documenting API examples in a cleaner format.

Example cURL Command

curl -X POST "https://api.example.com/users?role=admin" \
  -H "Content-Type: application/json" \
  -H "Authorization: Bearer token" \
  --data-raw '{"name":"Yoryantra User"}'

Handling Tokens and Cookies Carefully

cURL commands often contain Authorization headers, cookies, session IDs, API keys, or bearer tokens. The parser can hide sensitive values in copied output so it is safer to paste into tickets, notes, or chat messages.

Even then, it is better to remove real secrets before sharing a command with anyone else. Use fake test values when you are writing documentation or asking for help.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a cURL command parser?

A cURL command parser reads a cURL request and separates it into method, URL, headers, cookies, body data, and request options.

Can this parse headers from cURL?

Yes. Headers passed with -H or --header are parsed and shown in a separate table.

Can this parse JSON request bodies?

Yes. Body values from --data, --data-raw, -d, and similar flags are extracted, and JSON-looking bodies can be pretty printed.

Does this make the API request?

No. This tool only parses the command text. It does not send the request or contact the API endpoint.

Are my cURL commands uploaded anywhere?

No. Parsing happens directly in your browser, and your cURL command is not uploaded to a server.