Google’s API request limit of 100 requests per second was breached due to high traffic on its services. This has resulted in a ‘429 Too Many Requests’ error message for users trying to access certain features and resources.
The error occurs when the server receives more requests than it can handle within a given time frame, exceeding the allocated quota. This issue is not unique to Google but can be observed across various APIs worldwide.
To mitigate this problem, users are advised to spread their requests over a longer period or use alternative services that offer higher request limits. Additionally, service providers can implement strategies such as rate limiting and caching to manage excessive traffic and prevent similar errors in the future.
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