Cryptocurrency Q&A What is 429 code for?

What is 429 code for?

Caterina Caterina Fri Mar 14 2025 | 7 answers 1203
I encountered a 429 code when trying to access a website or use an API. I'm not sure what this code means and why I'm getting it. Can someone explain what a 429 code is and what might be causing it? What is 429 code for?

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WhisperWindLight WhisperWindLight Sun Mar 16 2025
It indicates that the client has exceeded the allowed number of requests in a specific timeframe.

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Carlo Carlo Sun Mar 16 2025
This status code is a way for servers to manage and regulate the number of requests they receive.

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Margherita Margherita Sun Mar 16 2025
When a server receives too many requests from a client, it responds with the HTTP 429 status code.

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TaekwondoMasterStrength TaekwondoMasterStrength Sun Mar 16 2025
The HTTP 429 status code is a client error response.

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CryptoDynastyLord CryptoDynastyLord Sun Mar 16 2025
This mechanism is referred to as "rate limiting," which is a technique used to protect servers from being overwhelmed.

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