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# [Why Login is Post not Get?](https://tech-chunks.hashnode.dev/why-login-is-post-not-get?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

login is typically a POST request, even though it may seem like it could be a GET request. Here's why: 1. Sending Sensitive Data: When you log in, you usually send sensitive information such as a username and password. In HTTP, POST requests are des...

Dec 29, 2024 · 2 min read · tech-chunks.hashnode.dev  
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