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How can I use the Fetch API to handle HTTP errors in JavaScript?

Asked on Feb 14, 2026

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The Fetch API provides a modern way to make HTTP requests in JavaScript, but it doesn't automatically handle HTTP errors. You need to manually check the response status to handle errors effectively.
<!-- BEGIN COPY / PASTE -->
        fetch("https://api.example.com/data")
            .then(response => {
                if (!response.ok) {
                    throw new Error(`HTTP error! Status: ${response.status}`);
                }
                return response.json();
            })
            .then(data => {
                console.log(data);
            })
            .catch(error => {
                console.error("There was a problem with the fetch operation:", error);
            });
        <!-- END COPY / PASTE -->
Additional Comment:
  • The "fetch" function initiates a network request to the specified URL.
  • The "response.ok" property checks if the HTTP status code is in the 200-299 range.
  • If the response is not "ok", an error is thrown with the status code.
  • The "catch" block handles any errors that occur during the fetch operation.
  • Always ensure error handling is in place to manage network issues or server errors.
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