> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.hoppscotch.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction to Hoppscotch

> Hoppscotch is an open-source API development ecosystem with web, desktop, and CLI clients for building, testing, and debugging APIs.

Hoppscotch is an open-source API development ecosystem. Available offline, on-prem, and on the cloud with Web, Desktop, and CLI apps. Built from the ground up with ease of use and accessibility in mind, providing all the functionality needed for developers with a minimalist, unobtrusive UI.

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  <Step iconType="light" icon="heart" title="Open-source code">
    Source code is open and auditable. Built with privacy and security in mind.
  </Step>

  <Step iconType="light" icon="certificate" title="Cross-platform apps">
    Works on Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, and CLI. No installation is required.
  </Step>

  <Step iconType="light" icon="server" title="Self-Host support">
    Host Hoppscotch on your own server and use it with your team.
  </Step>

  <Step iconType="light" icon="rocket" title="Fast and reliable">
    Built with performance in mind and designed to be seamless and instant.
  </Step>

  <Step iconType="light" icon="face-smile" title="Community driven">
    Built on top of open source technologies by the community, for the community.
  </Step>

  <Step iconType="light" icon="layer-group" title="Built for developers">
    Have all your teams in one place and collaborate on your APIs with ease.
  </Step>

  <Step iconType="light" icon="keyboard" title="Keyboard first design">
    Designed to be intuitive and easy to use with keyboard shortcuts.
  </Step>

  <Step iconType="light" icon="lock" title="Safe and secure">
    Built with security in mind and designed to be safe and secure.
  </Step>
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