httpflow ☆
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Description:
Packet capture and analysis utility similar to tcpdump for HTTP
Type: Formula  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Networking
Tags: http packet-capture networking cli analysis
Install: brew install httpflow
About:
Httpflow is a command-line utility that captures and analyzes HTTP traffic in real-time, similar to tcpdump but specifically for the HTTP protocol. It decodes and presents HTTP requests and responses in a human-readable format, making it easier to inspect web traffic without complex setups. The tool provides a valuable alternative to GUI-based analyzers for quick diagnostics and monitoring directly from the terminal.
Key Features:
  • Real-time HTTP packet capture and decoding
  • Human-readable output for requests and responses
  • Lightweight command-line interface
  • Filters and displays HTTP-specific data
Use Cases:
  • Debugging API calls and web service interactions
  • Monitoring HTTP traffic for security analysis
  • Inspecting headers and payloads during development
Alternatives:
  • tcpdump – More general-purpose but less specialized for HTTP parsing
  • Wireshark – GUI-based with deeper analysis but heavier resource usage
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 12, 2025 10:44am 0 VERSION_BUMP 620450fc
Sep 13, 2024 9:58pm 0 VERSION_BUMP f2e15b98
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