About HTTPError.net

Our Mission

HTTPError.net exists to provide developers, system administrators, and tech enthusiasts with the fastest, most accurate HTTP status code reference available. When you encounter an HTTP error, you need answers immediately—not after loading heavy JavaScript frameworks or wading through outdated documentation.

Why We Built This

While building web applications, we constantly encountered HTTP errors and found ourselves searching through multiple sources for accurate information. Existing documentation sites were either:

• Too slow, loaded with unnecessary scripts and advertisements
• Too generic, lacking platform-specific solutions
• Outdated, missing newer status codes and modern troubleshooting techniques
• Incomplete, covering only the most common errors

We built HTTPError.net to solve these problems with a focus on speed, completeness, and practical solutions.

Our Approach

Speed First

Every page on HTTPError.net is optimized to load in milliseconds. We achieve this through:

• Zero external dependencies
• System fonts (no web font downloads)
• Minimal, hand-crafted CSS
• No unnecessary JavaScript
• Static site generation for instant delivery
• Optimized for 100/100 PageSpeed Insights scores

Platform-Specific Solutions

Generic explanations aren't enough. We provide detailed, step-by-step solutions for specific platforms and stacks including:

• Nginx, Apache, IIS
• Node.js, Python, PHP, Java
• WordPress, Shopify, Django, Express
• AWS, Cloudflare, Azure, Google Cloud

Complete Coverage

We document every IANA-registered HTTP status code, plus common unofficial codes used by major platforms. Each page includes:

• Clear, concise explanations in plain English
• Common causes and symptoms
• Fixes for both end users and developers
• Code examples in multiple programming languages
• Links to official RFC specifications
• Related status codes and resources

Always Accurate

All information is compiled from official sources including:

• IANA HTTP Status Code Registry
• IETF RFC specifications (RFC 7231, 7232, 7235, and others)
• Official documentation from major platforms
• Real-world testing and verification

Built for Developers

HTTPError.net is built by developers, for developers. We understand the frustration of cryptic error messages and the time pressure of production issues. Our goal is to get you from "What's this error?" to "Fixed!" as quickly as possible.

Open and Privacy-Focused

We respect your privacy:

• No tracking scripts or analytics that sell your data
• No user accounts or personal information collection
• No cookies except essential ones
• No paywalls or premium features
• All content freely accessible

Continuous Improvement

The web evolves, and so do we. We regularly update our content to reflect:

• New HTTP status codes
• Updated platform configurations
• Modern best practices
• Community feedback and corrections

Get in Touch

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