Introducing the Postman Agent: Send API Requests from Your Browser without Limits

Postman has introduced a beta version of its web-based platform, overcoming the limitations of browser architectures that hinder cross-origin resource sharing (CORS) for API requests. This new version utilizes the Postman agent, a micro-application that runs on a user's local desktop, to bypass browser restrictions by routing API calls from the web interface through the user's local network. This approach allows developers to make API requests as if they are originating locally, thus maintaining the full functionality of Postman on the web. While the beta version of Postman includes fully encrypted connections, encryption is not yet activated to simplify the initial setup for users. Postman seeks feedback from users to optimize the integration of web and desktop experiences, encouraging exploration of separating various aspects of API operations to enhance automation and orchestration across different environments.

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