Web utility
HTTP Status Code Lookup
Look up the meaning and category of an HTTP status code.
● This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your input is never uploaded to our servers.
Output
Your result will appear here…
How to use HTTP Status Code Lookup
- Enter a three-digit HTTP status code.
- Select Look Up to see its category and meaning.
- Review the short guidance for common responses.
Example
Input:
404
Output:
404 Not Found The server cannot find the requested resource.
Use cases
- Understand an API response.
- Review an error in browser developer tools.
- Add a status description to documentation.
About this tool
Look up the meaning and category of an HTTP status code. Processing happens locally in your browser, so your input is not sent to a server or included in analytics.
Frequently asked questions
Are all status codes included?
The lookup includes common standardized HTTP status codes and selected widely used codes.
Does it make a request to the URL?
No. It looks up the numeric status code locally and does not contact a server.
Can I search by name?
Enter the numeric status code, such as 404 or 503.