Member-only story
AWS API Gateway Endpoints: The Ultimate Guide to Private, Edge, and Regional APIs
My articles are open to everyone; non-member readers can read the full article by clicking this link
If you’re diving into building RESTful APIs on AWS, one of the first services you’ll bump into is API Gateway. It’s a powerful tool that acts as the front door to your application, and one of the early choices you’ll need to make is:
“What type of endpoint should I use?”
Sounds technical? Don’t worry This article breaks it all down for you in plain language, helping you choose the right type of API Gateway endpoint for your specific use case.
🚪 API Gateway Endpoint Types: A Quick Overview
When you create a REST API using API Gateway, you’re given three endpoint types to choose from:
- Private Endpoint
- Edge-Optimized Endpoint
- Regional Endpoint
Each one is designed for a specific scenario. Let’s unpack them.
🔒 1. Private Endpoints — Lock It Down
Use this when: Your API should stay inside your virtual private network and never be exposed to the internet.
