HTTP 400 Bad Request

4xx – Client error

Status code400
Reason phraseBad Request
Class4xx – Client error
ReferenceRFC 9110

Frequently asked questions

What does HTTP status 400 mean?

The server cannot process the request due to a client error, such as malformed syntax.

Is 400 an error?

Yes, a client error (4xx): the problem lies in the request – for example a wrong URL, missing authentication or invalid data.

Where is HTTP 400 defined?

Status code 400 is specified in RFC 9110.

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