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Fix 'Error is Not a Proxyable URI' - Frequently asked questions

Discover solutions to the 'Error is Not a Proxyable URI' issue. This page addresses common questions and troubleshooting tips to resolve this Zendesk error effectively.

Frequently asked questions

How do I resolve the 'error is not a proxyable URI' in Zendesk?

To resolve the 'error is not a proxyable URI' in Zendesk, you need to adjust your API request settings. The default behavior ofclient.requestsends requests through Zendesk's proxy layer, which can result in this error. To bypass this, you…

What is the role of CORS in Zendesk API requests?

CORS plays a crucial role in Zendesk API requests, especially when requests originate from the client-side. Each Zendesk API endpoint implements CORS, which means that client-side requests will fail unless OAuth is used. If you're only reading data…

How can I securely write data to another Zendesk API?

To securely write data to another Zendesk API, consider using server-side solutions. When writing data (PUT, POST) from a client-side app, the OAuth token is exposed in network traffic, which is not secure. Server-side solutions allow you to handle…

Can I use secure settings for cross-account API requests in Zendesk?

Secure settings are generally used to prevent exposing sensitive information like OAuth tokens. However, for cross-account API requests in Zendesk, secure settings are not applicable. This is because they require the request to go through Zendesk's…

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