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Developer ToolsAlternative to PostmanAlternative to InsomniaAlternative to Hoppscotch

Restfox

Offline-first, minimalist web and desktop HTTP client for API development.

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LicenseMIT
GitHub stars3.4k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Web AppPostman AlternativeHttp ClientApi ClientOffline FirstVuejs
Overview

Why consider Restfox?

Restfox is an open-source, offline-first alternative to Postman. It runs both directly in browser tabs (via web proxy) and as standalone desktop binaries for Linux, macOS, and Windows.

Guided learning

Learn Restfox by building

Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Restfox

Restfox delivers an Insomnia-like workflow directly in your web browser. It stores workspace states in browser IndexedDB, imports Postman and Insomnia collection exports, and executes pre-request scripts.

Running with Docker

bash
1docker run -d \
2 --name restfox \
3 -p 4004:4004 \
4 flawiddsouza/restfox:latest

Access Restfox on http://localhost:4004.

Restfox is distributed under the MIT License.

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Restfox FAQs

Restfox is listed as a Developer Tools tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Restfox is listed under the MIT license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Restfox is listed as an alternative to Postman. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.