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408

Request Timeout

Client Error
RFC 7231

The server did not receive a complete request message within the time that it was prepared to wait.

Detailed Information

The 408 status code indicates that the server did not receive a complete request message within the time that it was prepared to wait.

Common Examples

  • Slow network connections
  • Long-running requests
  • API requests with timeout limits

Common Uses

  • Slow network connections
  • Long-running requests
  • API requests with timeout limits

Best Practices

  • Use when the request takes too long to complete
  • Include Retry-After header with a recommended waiting time
  • Ensure proper request handling and timeout settings

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Category Information

Client Error

The request contains bad syntax or cannot be fulfilled

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