Server Error

HTTP 502

Bad Gateway

The server, while acting as a gateway, received an invalid response from the upstream server.

What This Means

A proxy or load balancer tried to forward your request to another server, but that server gave a bad response.

Common Causes

Backend server crashed

Backend server overloaded

Network issues between servers

Deployment in progress

DNS resolution failure

How to Fix It

1

Wait and retry (often transient)

2

Check if backend services are running

3

Verify network connectivity

4

Check deployment status

How DevConsole Helps

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does HTTP 502 Bad Gateway mean?

A proxy or load balancer tried to forward your request to another server, but that server gave a bad response.

How do I fix a 502 error?

Wait and retry (often transient) Check if backend services are running Verify network connectivity Check deployment status

Is a 502 error my fault?

No, 502 is a server error. This means the issue is on the server side, not with your request.