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What is the difference between GET and POST methods in PHP?

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Quick Answer GET sends data in the URL query string - visible, bookmarkable, cached, length-limited. Use for read-only operations like search. POST sends data in the request body - not visible in URL, supports large payloads and file uploads. Use for write operations like form submission or login. Both need validation before use.

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GET appends data to the URL and is limited in size. POST sends data in the request body, supports larger payloads, and is more secure for sensitive data.
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