HTTP 500 Internal Server Error

5xx – Server error

Status code500
Reason phraseInternal Server Error
Class5xx – Server error
ReferenceRFC 9110

Frequently asked questions

What does HTTP status 500 mean?

An unexpected error occurred on the server; details are usually in the server log.

Is 500 an error?

Yes, a server error (5xx): the request was probably fine, but the server failed to fulfil it.

Where is HTTP 500 defined?

Status code 500 is specified in RFC 9110.

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