Which HTTP method would you use to obtain user data? Why can't confidential data be transmitted via GET?

To obtain user data, the HTTP method GET is usually used. This method is intended for requesting data from the server without changing the resource's state.

It is not recommended to transmit confidential data via GET for several reasons:

• Query parameters in GET are transmitted in the URL, which can be saved in browser history, server logs, and proxies, increasing the risk of data leakage.
• The URL is usually visible in the address bar, making data accessible to outsiders.
• URL length restrictions can lead to data truncation.

For transmitting confidential data, it is better to use the POST method with data sent in the request body, and also to use HTTPS for traffic encryption.