ReqRes
MacFake REST API for Testing & Prototyping
Overview
ReqRes is a free fake REST API service designed for developers to test API integrations, prototype frontend interfaces, and simulate backend interactions without building a real server. It offers ready-to-use endpoints for CRUD operations, user authentication flows, pagination, filtering, and error handling. With no setup or account required, developers can instantly send requests using HTTP methods like GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE to receive realistic JSON responses. Ideal for frontend teams needing mock data to build UIs or testers validating API logic and loading states.
Key Features
- Ready-to-use fake REST endpoints
- Supports CRUD operations & authentication simulation
- No setup or account required
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Zero cost and instant access
- ⊕ Realistic JSON responses for testing
- ⊕ Covers common API scenarios (pagination, filtering)
Cons
- ⊖ Not suitable for production use—only for testing