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# Protocol Support in Akto

Akto provides comprehensive support for modern API architectures, ensuring you can test and secure your entire API ecosystem regardless of the protocol. Our platform seamlessly handles:

* **RESTful APIs**: Full support for REST APIs including all standard HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE, PATCH)
* **GraphQL**: Complete testing capabilities for GraphQL queries and mutations
* **SOAP/XML**: Support for traditional SOAP web services
* **gRPC**: Testing for high-performance RPC frameworks

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Whether you're working with modern microservices or maintaining legacy systems, Akto ensures comprehensive security coverage across all your API communications.