What is MIME type "application/vnd.curl.pcurl"?

A MIME type is a string that tells browsers and other tools how to handle a particular kind of file.

The MIME type application/vnd.curl.pcurl identifies files in the PCURL format. It signals that the file holds structured data meant for use with cURL tools, often for automating web requests. This format encapsulates network request details that can be executed by systems supporting cURL.
The PCURL file (PCURL) carries command parameters and configuration data. It is built for portability and reproducibility in network operations.

• Main use: Bundling HTTP or FTP request data into a single, portable file.
• Practical functionalities: Automating web transactions, archiving network commands, and enabling easy re-execution of requests.
• Additional uses: Integrating with systems that require precise network call settings and sharing configurations across environments.

This MIME type ensures that applications can quickly identify and process these files as part of the cURL ecosystem. For more technical details, refer to the IANA registration.

Associated file extensions

.pcurl

Usage Examples

HTTP Header

When serving content with this MIME type, set the Content-Type header:

    Content-Type: application/vnd.curl.pcurl
  

HTML

In HTML, you can specify the MIME type in various elements:

    <a href="file.dat" type="application/vnd.curl.pcurl">Download file</a>
  

Server-side (Node.js)

Setting the Content-Type header in Node.js:

    const http = require('http');
    
    http.createServer((req, res) => {
      res.setHeader('Content-Type', 'application/vnd.curl.pcurl');
      res.end('Content here');
    }).listen(3000);
  

Associated file extensions

.pcurl