WebHook Tester

Self-Hosted

Open-source tool to test and debug webhooks locally and remotely

Overview

WebHook Tester is a lightweight self-hosted tool for developers to capture, inspect, and debug incoming webhook requests. It provides temporary endpoints to receive payloads, displaying headers, body content, and metadata in real time. Deployable via Docker (single container) or standalone, it supports HTTP/HTTPS, saves requests for later analysis, and has a clean UI for quick debugging. Ideal for testing integrations with Stripe, GitHub, or custom APIs without production setup—great for local dev or staging environments.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  webhook_tester:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: webhook-tester
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Real-time payload & header inspection
Docker one-click deployment
Persistent request history

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is WebHook Tester hard to install?

No—deploy via Docker with a single command (docker run -p 8080:8080 adamcharnock/webhook-tester) or run the standalone binary. Minimal setup beyond basic Docker knowledge is needed.

? Is it a good alternative to RequestBin?

Yes—for developers prioritizing self-hosting and privacy. It lacks RequestBin’s team collaboration features but offers full control over data and no cost, making it ideal for individual use.

? Is it completely free?

Yes—WebHook Tester is open-source under the MIT License, so you can use, modify, and self-host it without any fees or restrictions.

Top Alternatives

RequestBin (SaaS) Search Google

Hookdeck (Proprietary SaaS) Search Google

Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category Software Development - Testing

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ Privacy-focused (no third-party data sharing)
⊕ No subscription fees
⊕ Lightweight resource footprint

Cons

⊖ Requires basic Docker/server setup knowledge
⊖ Limited advanced features (e.g., no automated testing workflows)
⊖ No official cloud hosting option

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