// http 4xx · client error
HTTP 403 Forbidden
Authenticated, but not allowed to access this resource.
What HTTP 403 Forbidden means
403 Forbidden means the server understood the request and knows who you are, but you're not allowed to access this resource. Unlike 401, authenticating again won't help — the account simply lacks permission.
Which category is it?
403 is a 4xx code — Client error. 4xx means the request has a problem the client must fix — bad syntax, missing authentication, or a resource that isn't there. It's the caller's responsibility.
Common causes
- The authenticated user lacks the required role or permission
- IP or region restrictions
- Accessing a resource owned by someone else
How to fix it
- Grant the account the needed permission or role
- Confirm you're requesting a resource you own
- Check any IP allowlist or firewall rules