Cloud-native API Gateway supports the full API lifecycle — from design and development through testing, publishing, and unpublishing — across three API types: REST API, HTTP API, and WebSocket API.
REST API
REST APIs follow the RESTful architecture style: stateless, HTTP-based, and organized around standard methods (GET, POST, PUT, PATCH, DELETE). They are best suited for business-centric development teams that need fine-grained API management — including request validation, per-client throttling, and lifecycle governance. For more information, see REST API.
HTTP API
HTTP APIs are lightweight, route-based APIs built on the HTTP protocol. They are optimized for speed and simplicity, making them the right choice for exposing backend services quickly — including Kubernetes Ingress, microservices, and AI (Security Service Edge, SSE) scenarios. For more information, see HTTP API.
WebSocket API
WebSocket APIs maintain a persistent, stateful connection between client and server, enabling full-duplex communication. Use WebSocket APIs for real-time interaction scenarios such as live chat, push notifications, and online collaboration. For more information, see WebSocket API.