Is it possible to use the HTTP POST method to request information from a server without making changes?

The HTTP POST method is intended for sending data to the server to create or modify resources. However, technically, it can also be used for requesting information, but this does not conform to REST and HTTP standards.

To retrieve information, the GET method is usually used, which is idempotent and should not change the server's state.

Using POST for a request without changes can lead to:

• Unpredictable caching behavior (POST requests are usually not cached).
• Problems with re-executing requests (e.g., when refreshing the page).

Therefore, it is not recommended to use POST for a read-only request; instead, use GET or other methods designed for reading data.