cURL to Code Converter

Translate cURL commands into JavaScript fetch, Python, Node.js, and more.

Local Parsing

Target Language:

cURL Command

Converted Code

fetch('https://api.example.com/data', {
  headers: {
    'Authorization': 'Bearer token'
  }
});

What is cURL to Code Converter?

This cURL to code converter takes a cURL command, like one copied from browser devtools or an API's documentation, and translates it into working code in languages such as Python requests, JavaScript fetch, or Node.js. It's built for API developers who need to move quickly from a working curl example to a runnable code snippet. As a curl to code converter, it handles headers, request body, method, and authentication flags automatically.

How It Works

The tool parses the cURL command's flags — including the URL, -X method, -H headers, -d or --data body content, and common authentication options — and maps each piece to the equivalent syntax in your chosen target language, such as constructing a fetch() call with matching headers and body, or a Python requests.post() call with the same parameters. It handles common cURL flag variations but may not cover every obscure or rarely used cURL option.

Is It Safe to Use?

Conversion happens entirely in your browser's JavaScript; your cURL command, which often contains API endpoints, auth tokens, or request payloads, is never sent to or logged by a server.

How to Use cURL to Code Converter (Step-by-Step Guide)

Paste your full cURL command into the input field.
Select your target language or library (e.g. Python requests, JavaScript fetch, Node.js).
The tool converts the command into equivalent code instantly.
Review the generated code, especially headers and the request body.
Copy the code into your project and adjust variable names as needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a curl to code converter actually translate?

It parses the URL, HTTP method, headers, request body, and common authentication flags from your cURL command and reconstructs the equivalent HTTP request using the target language's standard syntax, such as fetch() or requests.post().

Can I convert curl to fetch for use in a browser or Node.js script?

Yes, generating a JavaScript fetch() equivalent is one of the most common conversions, letting you quickly turn an API example into a working browser or Node.js snippet.

Does this support curl to python requests conversion?

Yes, converting to Python's popular requests library is directly supported, mapping headers, body data, and method to the equivalent requests.get/post/put/delete call.

Where do I usually get a cURL command to convert?

Common sources include copying a request directly from your browser's Network tab in devtools, or pulling an example straight from an API's official documentation.

Will this handle authentication headers and API keys?

Yes, common patterns like Authorization headers, Bearer tokens, and basic auth flags (-u) are parsed and included in the generated code, though you should review and replace example tokens with your own.

Does the tool support every possible cURL flag?

It covers the most common flags used in API requests (method, headers, data, auth), but highly specialized or rarely used cURL options may not have a direct equivalent in every target language.

Is converting curl commands useful for API documentation?

Yes, many developers maintain both a cURL example and language-specific SDK examples in their docs, and this tool speeds up generating the latter from the former.

Is my cURL command, including any tokens in it, sent anywhere?

No, the entire conversion happens locally in your browser; nothing in your command, including embedded tokens or keys, is transmitted to a server.

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