All HTTP Status Codes
413

Payload Too Large

4xx Client Error

What It Means

The request entity is larger than the server is willing or able to process.

When You'll See It

Returned when a file upload exceeds the maximum allowed size.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTTP 413 mean?

HTTP 413 Payload Too Large means: The request entity is larger than the server is willing or able to process.

When does a server return 413?

Returned when a file upload exceeds the maximum allowed size.

Is 413 a client error or server error?

HTTP 413 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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