The API node executes HTTP requests to external APIs and web services. It provides flexible configuration for making GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, and other HTTP requests with custom headers, bodies, and authentication.

HTTP Methods

Support for all standard HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, etc.)

Custom Headers

Configure custom headers for authentication and content types

Request Body

Send JSON, form data, or raw content in request bodies

Response Processing

Automatically parse and process API responses

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Configuration Options

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Basic Settings

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Request Configuration

Example JSON body:

{
  "name": "John Doe",
  "email": "john.doe@gmail.com",
}

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Response Handling

Success Responses

Status Codes: 200-299 range considered successful

  • Response data automatically parsed
  • JSON responses converted to objects
  • Text responses passed as strings
  • Response available for next nodes

Error Handling

Error Conditions:

  • Network timeouts and connection errors
  • HTTP error status codes (400-599)
  • Invalid JSON responses
  • Custom error handling based on response content

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Common Examples

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GET Request - Fetch Product Details

Method: GET
URL: https://api.store.com/products/12345
Headers: 
  Authorization: Bearer eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9
  Content-Type: application/json

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POST Request - Create New Product

Method: POST
URL: https://api.store.com/products
Headers:
  Authorization: Bearer eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9
  Content-Type: application/json
Body:
{
  "name": "Wireless Headphones",
  "price": 99.99,
  "category": "electronics",
  "in_stock": true
}

Test your API endpoints independently before integrating them into your workflow to ensure proper authentication and data formatting.