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API versioning strategy for mobile and web clients
Published 2026-02-16 · 8 min read
URL vs header versioning, compatibility budgets, and deprecation policies that keep clients stable.
Why versioning matters
Mobile apps cannot assume simultaneous upgrades; clients will lag for months.
Approaches
Choose explicit versioning and additive changes by default; breaking changes require migration windows.
Deprecation
Communicate sunset timelines and provide telemetry to see remaining usage.
Frequently asked questions
- GraphQL versioning?
- Use schema evolution discipline; treat breaking changes seriously.
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