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HTTP/4xx (Client Error)

401 Unauthorized

The client must authenticate itself to get the requested response. Similar to 403, but specific for missing or invalid credentials.

❓ Why does this happen?

Missing Authorization header, expired JWT token, or invalid API key.

✅ How to fix it

Log in or refresh authentication tokens before retrying the request with valid credentials.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTTP Status 401 mean?
The client must authenticate itself to get the requested response. Similar to 403, but specific for missing or invalid credentials.
Why am I getting a 401 status code?
Missing Authorization header, expired JWT token, or invalid API key.
How do I fix a 401 Unauthorized error?
Log in or refresh authentication tokens before retrying the request with valid credentials.

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