MongoDB Deprecates Data API and HTTPS Endpoints: How RESTHeart Can Help
MongoDB has officially announced the deprecation of the Atlas Data API and HTTPS Endpoints for Atlas App Services, with complete removal scheduled for September 30, 2025. If your applications rely on these features, now is the time to explore alternative solutions to ensure uninterrupted service.
What Is Being Deprecated?
- Data API: This API has been used to perform CRUD operations on MongoDB databases over HTTPS.
- HTTPS Endpoints: This feature has offered ways to trigger functions and manage MongoDB resources directly over secure HTTP connections.
Both services will reach their end of life in 2025, meaning they will no longer be supported or available after that date.
Important Dates
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Current | Deprecation announced |
| September 30, 2025 | Data API and HTTPS Endpoints removed (EOL) |
After the EOL date, any application still depending on these services will face potential disruptions or complete loss of functionality.
MongoDB’s Recommendation: RESTHeart
As part of their announcement, MongoDB recommends RESTHeart among the alternative solutions. RESTHeart is a lightweight platform that transforms your MongoDB data into a secure and extensible REST-based service. It’s designed to help you quickly build and deploy modern applications, offering:
- Seamless Integration: Instantly turn your MongoDB collections into REST or GraphQL endpoints without heavy custom development.
- Flexible Security: Configure authentication and authorization at various levels, supporting OAuth2 and other security frameworks.
- Real-Time Capabilities: Utilize RESTHeart’s reactive features for real-time data streaming and event-based processing.
- Plugin Architecture: Extend RESTHeart for custom logic, workflows, or advanced functionality with built-in hooks and plugins.
Why Consider RESTHeart?
Familiar HTTP Interface
Developers can integrate with MongoDB using common HTTP verbs (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE), reducing the learning curve and complexity.Rapid Development
Quickly prototype and iterate on your backend services with minimal boilerplate code.Scalability and Resilience
Built on a robust architecture that can handle high throughput and scale with your application’s growth.Active Community and Support
RESTHeart is backed by an active user community, along with enterprise-grade support options if needed.
Next Steps
Audit Your Current Setup
Identify all the services or applications still relying on MongoDB’s Data API or HTTPS Endpoints.Plan Your Migration
Review RESTHeart documentation and evaluate how it fits into your existing architecture. Create a phased migration plan to avoid downtime.Test and Validate
Set up a development or staging environment to test RESTHeart with your MongoDB cluster before going live.Deploy and Monitor
After successful migration, continuously monitor performance, logs, and user feedback to ensure a smooth transition.
Further Resources
- MongoDB Atlas Data API Deprecation Notice
- RESTHeart Documentation
- Have a look at RESTHeart Cloud for professional support options.
By planning your migration early and choosing a robust alternative like RESTHeart, you can minimize disruption, streamline your application’s backend, and stay ahead of the upcoming deprecation deadline. If you have any questions or need guidance, feel free to reach out to our team for assistance.
