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Query Parameter
PronunciationKWEER-ee puh-RAM-ih-ter
Definition
A value added to the end of a URL after ?, used to filter, sort, or page results, for example /users?role=admin.
Where you hear it
API design, search pages, and analytics links.
Examples
Filter the list with the
statusquery parameter.Never put passwords in a query parameter.
Common mistake
Putting secrets in the URL. URLs end up in logs, browser history, and shared links.