Ever been sailing along with WordPress REST API calls in Postman, then suddenly hit a wall of “Unauthorized” errors? Don’t panic! This is a common issue with a super easy fix.
The Problem: Old cookies in Postman can mess with your login. Imagine you logged in to WordPress earlier, creating a “cookie monster” in your browser. Now, Postman might try to use those cookies for your API requests, even if they don’t match the user you need.
The Fix: Clear the cookies! Here’s how:
- Open Postman.
- Click the Settings icon (gear symbol).
- Find “Manage Cookies”.
- Delete any cookies for your WordPress site.
- (Optional) Restart Postman for good measure.
Back in Action!
With those cookies gone, your API calls should work like a charm again.
Bonus Tip: If you use different accounts, consider creating separate Postman profiles to keep cookies organized.
This simple fix can save you a ton of troubleshooting time. Now go forth and conquer the WordPress REST API!