can contain directives for any content negotiation process initiated by the request.
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can contain directives for any content negotiation process initiated by the request.
Syntax
Negotiate: <value>
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can contain directives for any content negotiation process initiated by the request.
It is classified as a response header and can appear in requests or responses depending on context.
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Updated 2026-09-13
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