Curl to PHP Converter

Convert curl commands to PHP code - Generate ready-to-use PHP cURL code for API requests

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PHP cURL Code Generator

 "https://api.example.com/data",
  CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER => true,
  CURLOPT_ENCODING => "",
  CURLOPT_MAXREDIRS => 10,
  CURLOPT_TIMEOUT => 30,
  CURLOPT_HTTP_VERSION => CURL_HTTP_VERSION_1_1,
  CURLOPT_CUSTOMREQUEST => "POST",
  CURLOPT_POSTFIELDS => json_encode(["name" => "test"]),
  CURLOPT_HTTPHEADER => [
    "Content-Type: application/json"
  ],
]);

$response = curl_exec($curl);
$err = curl_error($curl);

curl_close($curl);

if ($err) {
  echo "cURL Error #:" . $err;
} else {
  echo $response;
}

Common curl Commands for PHP API Testing

Here are some common curl commands that you can convert to PHP code:

Basic GET request: curl https://api.example.com/users
POST with JSON data: curl -X POST -H "Content-Type: application/json" -d '{"name":"John","email":"[email protected]"}' https://api.example.com/users
PUT with authentication: curl -X PUT -H "Authorization: Bearer token123" -d '{"status":"active"}' https://api.example.com/users/1
DELETE request: curl -X DELETE https://api.example.com/users/1
Custom headers: curl -H "X-API-Key: abc123" -H "Accept: application/json" https://api.example.com/data

PHP cURL Examples

PHP's cURL extension provides a powerful way to make HTTP requests. Here are some common PHP cURL patterns:

File Upload with PHP cURL

 "https://api.example.com/upload",
  CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER => true,
  CURLOPT_ENCODING => "",
  CURLOPT_MAXREDIRS => 10,
  CURLOPT_TIMEOUT => 30,
  CURLOPT_HTTP_VERSION => CURL_HTTP_VERSION_1_1,
  CURLOPT_CUSTOMREQUEST => "POST",
  CURLOPT_POSTFIELDS => [
    'file' => $cfile
  ],
  CURLOPT_HTTPHEADER => [
    "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_TOKEN_HERE"
  ],
]);

$response = curl_exec($curl);
$err = curl_error($curl);

curl_close($curl);

if ($err) {
  echo "cURL Error #:" . $err;
} else {
  echo $response;
}

PHP cURL with Timeout and Error Handling

 "https://api.example.com/data",
CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER => true,
CURLOPT_ENCODING => "",
CURLOPT_MAXREDIRS => 10,
CURLOPT_TIMEOUT => 5,  // 5 seconds timeout
CURLOPT_HTTP_VERSION => CURL_HTTP_VERSION_1_1,
CURLOPT_CUSTOMREQUEST => "GET",
]);

$response = curl_exec($curl);
$err = curl_error($curl);
$httpCode = curl_getinfo($curl, CURLINFO_HTTP_CODE);

curl_close($curl);

if ($err) {
echo "cURL Error: " . $err;
} else {
if ($httpCode >= 400) {
echo "HTTP Error: " . $httpCode . "\n";
echo "Response: " . $response;
} else {
$data = json_decode($response, true);
if (json_last_error() === JSON_ERROR_NONE) {
// Process JSON data
print_r($data);
} else {
echo "JSON parsing error: " . json_last_error_msg();
echo "Raw response: " . $response;
}
}
}

How to Use the PHP cURL Converter

1. Basic Usage

Copy your curl command → Paste into the input box → Get converted PHP cURL code

2. PHP cURL Features

HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, etc.)
Request headers in PHP format
JSON and form data handling
Basic and token authentication
SSL verification options
Cookie handling with PHP cURL

3. Advanced PHP cURL Usage

 true,
CURLOPT_ENCODING => "",
CURLOPT_MAXREDIRS => 10,
CURLOPT_TIMEOUT => 30,
CURLOPT_HTTP_VERSION => CURL_HTTP_VERSION_1_1,
CURLOPT_HTTPHEADER => [
"Authorization: Bearer YOUR_TOKEN_HERE",
"Content-Type: application/json",
"Accept: application/json"
],
];

// First request
curl_setopt_array($curl, $options + [
CURLOPT_URL => "https://api.example.com/users",
CURLOPT_CUSTOMREQUEST => "GET",
]);

$response1 = curl_exec($curl);
$err1 = curl_error($curl);

// Second request with the same session
curl_setopt_array($curl, $options + [
CURLOPT_URL => "https://api.example.com/products",
CURLOPT_CUSTOMREQUEST => "GET",
]);

$response2 = curl_exec($curl);
$err2 = curl_error($curl);

curl_close($curl);

// Process responses
$users = json_decode($response1, true);
$products = json_decode($response2, true);

4. Converting curl Options to PHP

Our tool handles these common curl options and converts them to appropriate PHP cURL code:

-X, --request: Sets the HTTP method (GET, POST, PUT, etc.)
-H, --header: Adds HTTP headers to the request
-d, --data: Sends data in the request body
--data-binary: Sends binary data in the request body
-u, --user: Adds basic authentication
-k, --insecure: Disables SSL certificate verification
--connect-timeout: Sets connection timeout

Frequently Asked Questions about PHP cURL

Q: What PHP version is required for the generated code?

A: The generated PHP cURL code is compatible with PHP 5.5 and above. For older PHP versions, minor adjustments may be needed, especially for the CURLFile class used in file uploads.

Q: Does the PHP code handle error checking?

A: Yes, the generated code includes basic error handling for cURL errors. For production code, you might want to add more comprehensive error handling specific to your application needs.

Q: How can I process the response in PHP?

A: For JSON responses, use json_decode() to parse the response into a PHP array or object. For other formats, you can process the raw response string as needed.

Q: Do I need to install any extensions to use the generated code?

A: Yes, you need the cURL extension enabled in your PHP installation. Most modern PHP installations have cURL enabled by default. You can check with php -m | grep curl in your terminal.

Q: How do I convert a curl command with file upload to PHP?

A: For file uploads in PHP, you'll need to use the CURLFile class. Our converter handles curl commands with -F or --form options and generates the appropriate PHP code using CURLFile.

Q: How do I handle cookies in PHP cURL?

A: PHP's cURL extension provides options for cookie handling. When you convert curl commands that include cookie handling (using -b or --cookie), our tool generates PHP code that properly manages cookies using CURLOPT_COOKIE or CURLOPT_COOKIEFILE/CURLOPT_COOKIEJAR options.

Q: What's the difference between using curl and PHP cURL for API testing?

A: While command-line curl is excellent for quick API testing, PHP cURL allows you to integrate HTTP requests directly into your PHP applications. Converting curl to PHP helps bridge the gap between testing and implementation in PHP development.

Curl Command Reference for PHP API Testing

Understanding curl commands is essential for effective API testing with PHP. Here's a quick reference of common curl options that our converter supports:

Basic curl Syntax

curl [options] [URL]

Common curl Options

-X, --request METHOD: Specify request method (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, etc.)
-H, --header LINE: Add header to the request
-d, --data DATA: Send data in POST request
-F, --form CONTENT: Submit form data
-u, --user USER:PASSWORD: Server user and password
-k, --insecure: Allow insecure server connections
-I, --head: Show document info only
-v, --verbose: Make the operation more verbose
-s, --silent: Silent mode
--connect-timeout SECONDS: Maximum time for connection

Converting Complex curl Commands

Our PHP converter handles complex curl commands including multiple headers, authentication, data payloads, and various options. Simply paste your curl command and get clean, modern PHP code using the cURL extension.

PHP cURL Best Practices

When working with PHP cURL, follow these best practices for efficient and secure API interactions:

1. Always Close cURL Resources



2. Use curl_setopt_array for Multiple Options
 "https://api.example.com/data",
CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER => true,
CURLOPT_TIMEOUT => 30,
CURLOPT_CUSTOMREQUEST => "GET",
CURLOPT_HTTPHEADER => [
"Authorization: Bearer token123",
"Accept: application/json"
],
]);

$response = curl_exec($curl);
curl_close($curl);

3. Implement Comprehensive Error Handling
 "https://api.example.com/data",
CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER => true,
CURLOPT_TIMEOUT => 30,
CURLOPT_CUSTOMREQUEST => "GET",
]);

$response = curl_exec($curl);
$errno = curl_errno($curl);
$httpCode = curl_getinfo($curl, CURLINFO_HTTP_CODE);
curl_close($curl);

if ($errno) {
// Handle cURL errors
switch ($errno) {
case CURLE_OPERATION_TIMEDOUT:
echo "Request timed out";
break;
case CURLE_COULDNT_CONNECT:
echo "Could not connect to server";
break;
default:
echo "cURL error ({$errno}): " . curl_strerror($errno);
}
} else if ($httpCode >= 400) {
// Handle HTTP errors
echo "HTTP error: {$httpCode}";
} else {
// Process successful response
$data = json_decode($response, true);
// Continue processing...
}

Curl to PHP Converter

PHP cURL Code Generator

Common curl Commands for PHP API Testing

PHP cURL Examples

File Upload with PHP cURL

PHP cURL with Timeout and Error Handling

How to Use the PHP cURL Converter

1. Basic Usage

2. PHP cURL Features

3. Advanced PHP cURL Usage

4. Converting curl Options to PHP

Frequently Asked Questions about PHP cURL

Q: What PHP version is required for the generated code?

Q: Does the PHP code handle error checking?

Q: How can I process the response in PHP?

Q: Do I need to install any extensions to use the generated code?

Q: How do I convert a curl command with file upload to PHP?

Q: How do I handle cookies in PHP cURL?

Q: What's the difference between using curl and PHP cURL for API testing?

Curl Command Reference for PHP API Testing

Basic curl Syntax

Common curl Options

Converting Complex curl Commands

PHP cURL Best Practices

1. Always Close cURL Resources

2. Use curl_setopt_array for Multiple Options

3. Implement Comprehensive Error Handling

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