400 Bad Request
4xx Client Error. The server cannot process the request due to a client error — malformed syntax, invalid request framing, or deceptive routing.
4xx Client Error
What it means
The server cannot process the request due to a client error — malformed syntax, invalid request framing, or deceptive routing.
Common causes
Malformed JSON in a request body, missing required parameters, or invalid characters in the URL.
How to fix it
Check the request body and parameters against the API's documentation for correct formatting and required fields.
Frequently asked questions
What does HTTP 400 mean?
The server cannot process the request due to a client error — malformed syntax, invalid request framing, or deceptive routing.
What causes a 400 Bad Request?
Malformed JSON in a request body, missing required parameters, or invalid characters in the URL.
How do I fix a 400 error?
Check the request body and parameters against the API's documentation for correct formatting and required fields.
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