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by Postman

The collaborative platform for API development.

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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
Postman
Pricing
Freemium — Free – $14/user/mo
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Windows, Mac, Linux
Best for
Developers, Api Teams
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2014
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA, USA

What is Postman?

Postman is a api tools tool from Postman. Postman is the leading tool for building, testing, and documenting APIs.

Postman uses freemium pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $14/user/mo.

It's best suited to developers, api-teams and runs on Web, Windows, Mac, Linux.

Standout strengths include industry standard, collaboration, mock servers & tests. Worth weighing: can feel heavy, cloud-centric.

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Pros

  • Industry standard
  • Collaboration
  • Mock servers & tests

Cons

  • Can feel heavy
  • Cloud-centric

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Frequently asked questions

What is Postman?

Postman is the leading tool for building, testing, and documenting APIs.

How much does Postman cost?

Postman is freemium-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $14/user/mo.

Does Postman have a free trial?

Postman offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does Postman support?

Postman is available on Web, Windows, Mac, Linux.