Custom Webhooks

Secure a unique HTTP endpoint; instantly receive event-driven data—typically a JSON payload—for real-time, custom application integration.

Custom Webhooks deliver event-driven communication: one system instantly notifies another via an HTTP POST request to a user-defined URL. This mechanism flips the traditional API polling model; the source system—like Stripe or GitHub—pushes a data payload in real-time when a specific event occurs (e.g., `invoice.paid` or `pull_request.opened`). Developers configure the exact endpoint and the custom logic to process the incoming data, enabling precise, automated workflows. This method ensures minimum latency and efficient, direct integration with third-party tools, eliminating the overhead of constant API requests.

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