# Custom HTTP Requests

## Making a custom HTTP request and use its response

To get started, watch the video below and [read this tutorial](https://www.relay.app/blog/how-to-make-http-requests-to-an-external-api)

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6kz_0HHb8I>" %}

Looking for a Webhook trigger? [Learn more here](https://docs.relay.app/triggers/webhook-trigger).

### HTTP Request FAQs

#### Is it possible to configure the timeout limit for outbound custom HTTP requests?

Currently, it is not possible for users to configure the timeout limit for outbound custom HTTP requests. The standard timeout limit to 3 minutes, which is the same as the timeout setting we use for our other third-party API requests. We do plan to extend the limit in the future, so let us know if you have a use case that requires this.

#### Can I store (API) secrets somewhere?

Yes, there is a [Secret Store](https://docs.relay.app/workspace-and-account/secret-store) you can use for this.

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