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A 403 Error, also known as a 403 Forbidden error, is an HTTP status code that indicates the server understands the request but refuses to authorize it. This typically occurs when the client does not have the necessary permissions to access the requested resource, which may be due to IP blocking, file permission settings, or authentication failures. Unlike a 404 error, which signals that a page is missing, a 403 error confirms the resource exists but access is denied. It’s commonly encountered in web browsing and API access control.
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