API Documentation

Error Codes

Documentation

The error codes and solutions you may encounter when using the STOCKIMG.AI API are listed on this page.

General Overview
Understanding API error responses

You may encounter errors during API requests for various reasons. These errors are communicated to you with HTTP status codes and explanatory messages. Below are the most common error codes and their solutions.

401: Invalid Authorization
Authentication issues with your API key

This error indicates that your API key is invalid or no longer valid.

Solutions

  • Ensure your API key is correct.
  • Check your API key in the API Dashboard.
  • Create a new API key if needed.
  • Ensure the Authorization header is sent in the correct format.

Example of correct Authorization header:

Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY
Error Handling Tips
Best practices for handling API errors

To implement a robust error management system in your API integration, consider the following tips:

Check Status Codes

Always check for error statuses in each API request and handle them appropriately.

Log Errors

Log and analyze error messages to identify patterns and recurring issues.

Implement Retries

Implement automatic retry mechanisms, but avoid retrying for 401 and 403 errors.

User Feedback

Show clear, user-friendly error messages to end-users without exposing sensitive details.