Mongoose (web server)

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Mongoose
Original authorSergey Lyubka
DeveloperCesanta Software Limited[1]
Stable release
7.22[2] Edit this on Wikidata / 24 June 2026 (24 June 2026)
Written inC
Operating systemCross-platform[3]
TypeWeb server
LicenseDual license: GPLv2 and commercial license[4]
Websitemongoose.ws
Repository

Mongoose is a cross-platform embedded web server and networking library for C and C++.

The small footprint of the software enables any Internet-connected device to function as a web server.[1]

Overview

Mongoose is built on top of the Mongoose Embedded Library which may be used inside of embedded devices. Mongoose is officially supported on Windows, MacOS, Linux, QNX, eCOS, FreeRTOS, Android and iOS.[3]

References

  1. Newenham, Pamela (March 21, 2013). "Conditions ripe in Ireland for growth of internet of things". The Irish Times. Retrieved July 1, 2016.
  2. "Release 7.22". 24 June 2026. Retrieved 25 June 2026.
  3. Oehlman, D.; Blanc, S. (2011). Pro Android Web Apps: Develop for Android using HTML5, CSS3 & JavaScript. Apresspod Series. Apress. pp. 9–11. ISBN 978-1-4302-3276-6.
  4. "Mongoose license". GitHub.