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mitmproxy
An interactive HTTPS proxy for debugging and testing
Description
mitmproxy is an interactive, SSL/TLS-capable intercepting proxy with a console interface for HTTP/1, HTTP/2, and WebSockets. It allows you to intercept, inspect, modify, and replay web traffic. Useful for debugging, testing, and privacy analysis.
When to use this tool
✓ Good fit when
- When debugging HTTP/HTTPS traffic between client and server
- When testing API interactions
- When analyzing web application security
✕ Avoid when
- When you just need simple curl-like requests
AI Summary
Interactive HTTPS proxy for intercepting, inspecting, and modifying web traffic
Capabilities
- + Intercept and modify HTTP/HTTPS traffic in real-time
- + Inspect HTTP requests and responses
- + Replay captured traffic
- + Script and automate proxy behavior with Python
- + Support HTTP/2 and WebSocket protocols
Use When
- → When debugging HTTP/HTTPS traffic between client and server
- → When testing API interactions
- → When analyzing web application security
Avoid When
- x When you just need simple curl-like requests