HTTP 418 I'm a teapot
4xx – Client error
| Status code | 418 |
|---|---|
| Reason phrase | I'm a teapot |
| Class | 4xx – Client error |
| Reference | RFC 2324 |
Frequently asked questions
What does HTTP status 418 mean?
April Fools’ joke from RFC 2324: the teapot refuses to brew coffee. Some servers use it to turn away bots.
Is 418 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 418 defined?
Status code 418 is specified in RFC 2324.