Hoppscotch, a key tool for API testing, has released version 2026.5.0. This minor update focuses on enhancing API specification support, network configuration flexibility, desktop usability, and crucial security improvements.
Key Changes
New Features:
- OpenAPI 3.1 Export: Users can now export API collections in the latest OpenAPI 3.1 specification, improving compatibility and collaboration with modern API design tools.
- Configurable Proxy URLs: Proxy settings can now be defined through environment variables and the admin dashboard, offering greater control for enterprise environments and complex network setups.
- Desktop App Zoom: The Hoppscotch Desktop App introduces zoom level controls in its settings, enhancing accessibility and user experience.
- Mongolian Language Support: The application now supports Mongolian, expanding its multilingual capabilities.
Security & Fixes: This release includes several important security patches, addressing issues like mass assignment vulnerabilities and preventing secret variable values from leaking. Dependency chain security has been updated, and fixes ensure proxy settings are applied correctly before requests are issued. Other bug fixes include class validation issues and preserving collection tree structure during OpenAPI re-imports.
Impact for QA Teams
QA engineers tracking API tools will find Hoppscotch 2026.5.0 valuable for its improved interoperability with OpenAPI 3.1, streamlining API contract testing. The enhanced proxy configuration offers more control for testing in various network environments, while desktop zoom improves daily workflow. These updates, combined with critical security fixes, ensure a more stable and secure testing experience. For more on Hoppscotch’s capabilities, consider reading our article on Hoppscotch browser testing.
Read more about this release: https://hoppscotch.com/blog/hoppscotch-v2026-5-0.
