httplib2

0.31.2 · active · verified Sat Mar 28

A comprehensive HTTP client library supporting HTTP and HTTPS, authentication, caching, and more. Current version: 0.31.2, released on January 23, 2026. Maintained with regular updates.

Warnings

breaking Ensure 'simplejson' is installed for optimal performance; otherwise, 'json' module will be used.
Fix: Install 'simplejson' using 'pip install simplejson'.
gotcha Be cautious with SSL/TLS configurations; incorrect settings can lead to security vulnerabilities.
Fix: Review SSL/TLS settings and ensure they comply with security best practices.

Install

pip install httplib2 Install httplib2

Imports

Http
```
from httplib2 import Http
```
Ensure correct import path to avoid ImportError.

Quickstart

Basic usage example demonstrating how to make a GET request using httplib2.

import os
from httplib2 import Http

# Initialize Http object
http = Http()

# Make a GET request
url = 'http://example.com'
response, content = http.request(url, 'GET')

# Print response status
print(f'Response status: {response.status}')

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