Cloudflare’s rate limiting feature is designed to prevent abuse on websites by blocking repeated requests from IP addresses that exceed a certain limit within a given timeframe. When this limit is reached, users receive a “Too Many Requests” error (HTTP status code 429).
This measure helps protect websites from bots and spammers who attempt to overwhelm them with excessive traffic, potentially leading to downtime or security breaches. Cloudflare’s rate limiting feature can be configured to respond differently to various types of requests, allowing for more flexibility in managing traffic.
Some common reasons that may trigger a 429 error include:
* Excessive automated scraping or crawling
* Spamming or sending unsolicited emails
* Using automated tools or scripts to interact with websites
By implementing Cloudflare’s rate limiting feature, website owners can maintain the performance and security of their sites while preventing abuse from malicious actors.
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