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Fixing 'curl: (3) URL using bad/illegal format' Error

Learn how to fix the 'curl: (3) URL using bad/illegal format' error by using double quotes or generating a new API token.

Why am I getting the error 'curl: (3) URL using bad/illegal format or missing URL'?

This error often occurs due to character issues in your URL. If you're seeing the error 'curl: (3) URL using bad/illegal format or missing URL', it might be because of special characters like @ or & in your URL or password. To resolve this, try enclosing your URL in double quotes. If the problem persists, consider generating a new API token instead of using a password. For more details, check out theoriginal Zendesk help article.


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How can I fix the 'curl: (3) URL using bad/illegal format' error?

To fix this error, try adding double quotes around your URL. If you're encountering the 'curl: (3) URL using bad/illegal format or missing URL' error, it might be due to special characters in your URL or password. Enclosing your URL in double…

What should I do if adding double quotes doesn't fix the curl error?

If adding double quotes doesn't resolve the error, try generating a new API token. Sometimes, the 'curl: (3) URL using bad/illegal format or missing URL' error persists even after enclosing the URL in double quotes. In such cases, using an API…

Can special characters in my URL cause curl errors?

Yes, special characters can cause curl errors. Characters like @ or & in your URL or password can lead to the 'curl: (3) URL using bad/illegal format or missing URL' error. To fix this, try enclosing your URL in double quotes, which can help the…

Why do I need to use double quotes in my curl command?

Double quotes help the command line interpret URLs with special characters correctly. When using curl, enclosing your URL in double quotes can prevent errors like 'curl: (3) URL using bad/illegal format or missing URL', especially if your URL or…

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