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expo-api-routes

Create server-side API routes with +api.ts files for Expo Router on EAS.

1|Updated Oct 30, 2017
Search Tags:#typescript#server-side#expo#web-api#api-routes#expo-router#eas-hosting
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SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This guide helps developers implement secure, scalable API endpoints for Expo apps using Expo Router and EAS Hosting, preventing exposure of secrets and business logic on the client.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Define server-side endpoints under app/api using the +api.ts convention for GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE methods.
  • Safeguard secrets by executing sensitive logic on the server while exposing only required data to clients.
  • Proxy third-party services or validate data on the server, enabling safer integrations in mobile apps.

Quick Start

Create a basic Expo API route by adding a +api.ts file inside app/api and deploy with eas-cli to host on EAS.

Frequently Asked Questions about expo-api-routes

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I hide API secrets and server-side logic in an Expo app?▼

Use Expo API routes to move sensitive logic to the server, exposing only required data to the mobile client and preventing secret exposure.

How do I create server-side API endpoints using Expo Router?▼

Create server-side API endpoints by adding a +api.ts file inside the app/api directory to define GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE methods.

Can I securely integrate third-party services in mobile apps with Expo API routes?▼

Yes, Expo API routes proxy third-party services and validate data on the server, enabling safer external service integrations for mobile clients.

Do I need EAS Hosting to deploy Expo API routes?▼

Yes, deploying Expo API routes requires using eas-cli to host your endpoints on EAS, ensuring server-side execution and environment variable handling.

Does Expo API routes support TypeScript for server-side data validation?▼

Yes, Expo API routes require TypeScript support, allowing you to implement robust server-side data validation and safely handle environment variables.

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