403
Forbidden
4xx Client ErrorWhat It Means
The server understood the request but refuses to authorize it.
When You'll See It
Returned when a user is authenticated but lacks permission to access the resource.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does HTTP 403 mean?
HTTP 403 Forbidden means: The server understood the request but refuses to authorize it.
When does a server return 403?
Returned when a user is authenticated but lacks permission to access the resource.
Is 403 a client error or server error?
HTTP 403 is a Client Error (4xx) response. This means the issue is on the client side — the request was incorrect or unauthorized.
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