qthttpserver ☆

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Description:
Framework for embedding an HTTP server into a Qt application

Type: Formula | Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025

Links: Homepage | @qtproject | formulae.brew.sh

Category: Networking

Tags: qt http-server networking c++ web-api

Install: brew install qthttpserver

About:
QtHttpServer is a module within the Qt framework that allows developers to embed a lightweight HTTP server directly into their C++ applications. It handles HTTP requests and responses, enabling seamless integration of web-based APIs or interfaces without requiring external server dependencies. This module simplifies the process of creating networked applications that need to communicate over standard web protocols.

Key Features:

Native C++ integration within the Qt ecosystem
Supports HTTP/1.1 and HTTP/2 protocols
Asynchronous request handling for high performance
SSL/TLS support for secure connections
REST API routing and handling capabilities

Use Cases:

Building embedded web dashboards for IoT or desktop applications
Creating RESTful APIs for Qt-based backend services
Exposing application data or controls to remote clients via HTTP

Alternatives:

QWebEngine – QtHttpServer is for serving content, while QWebEngine is for rendering web content within an app.
Crow – A C++ microframework for web applications; QtHttpServer offers tighter integration with the Qt event loop.

Version History

Detected	Version	Rev	Change	Commit
Oct 9, 2025 11:30pm		0	VERSION_BUMP	3e4b092f