# Idempotent Method

A request with the same effect whether sent once or many times.

## What is **Idempotent Method**?

An **idempotent** method gives the same result whether you send it once or ten times. GET, PUT and DELETE are idempotent; POST is not (two POSTs make two orders).

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Updated: September 27, 2026

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