Question 1

What does HTTP 414 URI Too Long mean?

Accepted Answer

The URI requested by the client is longer than the server is willing to interpret. This can happen when query strings are excessively long, often from improper form encoding or redirect loops.

Question 2

How do I fix HTTP 414 URI Too Long?

Accepted Answer

Use POST with a request body instead of long query strings Check for redirect loops causing URL growth Shorten or paginate query parameters Increase server's URI length limit if appropriate

HTTP 414 URI Too Long

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