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To create HTTP endpoints in Convex, you define custom API routes that securely receive and process incoming webhooks from third-party services like Stripe or GitHub, directly updating your backend database. It supports parsing JSON and form data.

Yes, Convex HTTP endpoints can handle file uploads and raw bytes. The endpoints support parsing raw byte payloads and managing file uploads or downloads directly via Convex storage, enabling seamless binary data integration with your serverless functions.

Convex supports API key and Bearer token authentication for custom routes. You can implement these authentication methods to protect your HTTP endpoints, ensuring that only authorized external services can access your protected API routes and data.

The best way to expose a public API endpoint for real-time data is by defining custom HTTP routes in Convex. These endpoints support various HTTP methods like GET and POST, allowing external applications to fetch real-time data directly from your Convex backend.

You can configure CORS for HTTP endpoints in Convex during the route creation process. Setting CORS headers allows your custom API endpoints to securely handle cross-origin requests from web applications, ensuring smooth external integration while maintaining data security.

You need custom HTTP endpoints in Convex to facilitate seamless integration with external services that require standard web protocols. They allow you to receive webhooks, parse diverse request formats, and expose public APIs alongside your serverless functions and data models.