FAQ: What are the Common HTTP Error Codes and Their Meanings?

HTTP error codes appear when there’s an issue with web page access or server response, each code signaling a unique type of issue. Below are some frequently encountered HTTP error codes and their meanings, following a structure to assist with easy troubleshooting.

 

HTTP 400 – Bad Request

Meaning: This error means the server couldn’t understand the request due to malformed syntax. It often happens if the request is incorrectly formatted or the URL structure is not valid.
Solution: Double-check the URL and ensure it follows the correct structure.

 

HTTP 401 – Unauthorized

Meaning: A 401 Unauthorized error indicates that the request requires authentication credentials that are missing or incorrect.
Solution: Ensure you have logged in or entered valid credentials.

 

HTTP 403 – Forbidden

Meaning: The server understands the request but refuses to authorize it. This can happen if users lack the permissions to access the requested resource.
Solution: Check your access permissions or consult the website administrator if you believe you should have access.

 

HTTP 404 – Not Found

Meaning: A 404 error indicates that the server cannot find the requested resource. It often occurs if a page has been removed, moved, or if there is a typo in the URL.
Solution: Confirm the URL and try again. If the issue persists, the page might no longer exist.

 

HTTP 500 – Internal Server Error

Meaning: A 500 error is a generic message indicating an unexpected condition on the server, which may prevent it from fulfilling the request. This can happen due to misconfiguration or issues with server-side code.
Solution: Wait and try again later. If you’re the server administrator, check server logs for more details on the issue or contact support@ipserverone.com

 

HTTP 502 – Bad Gateway

Meaning: This error occurs when a server, acting as a gateway or proxy, receives an invalid response from an upstream server. It can be due to connectivity issues between servers or configuration problems.
Solution: Refresh the page or try again later. Server administrators may want to verify upstream server configurations and connectivity.

 

HTTP 503 – Service Unavailable

Meaning: A 503 error means the server is temporarily unable to handle the request, often due to server maintenance or overload.
Solution: Retry after some time. For ongoing issues, check with the service provider or system administrator.

 

HTTP 504 – Gateway Timeout

Meaning: A 504 Gateway Timeout error occurs when a server acting as a gateway or proxy doesn’t receive a timely response from an upstream server, usually indicating a delay in server communication.
Solution: Refresh the page or try again later. Administrators may need to investigate upstream server response times.

 

HTTP 505 – HTTP Version Not Supported

Meaning: This error appears when the server doesn’t support the HTTP protocol version used in the request, which can happen if the client or server configuration is outdated.
Solution: Check if the client and server are compatible with the latest HTTP versions. Server administrators may need to update configurations.

 

 

If you encounter persistent HTTP errors or need additional assistance, please feel free to reach out to our support team at support@ipserverone.com.