API subscription error despite using X-RapidAPI-Key - how to resolve?

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I’m having trouble with my API calls. Even though I’m using the X-RapidAPI-Key, I keep getting an error that says I’m not subscribed to the API. I’ve set up axios for making API requests, created a separate function to fetch data, and even used it in my React component with useEffect. My API key is stored in a .env file, but the issue persists.

I’ve even tried a simplified version of my code:

const apiCall = async () => {
  const options = {
    headers: {
      'X-RapidAPI-Key': process.env.MY_API_KEY,
      'X-RapidAPI-Host': 'some-api.p.rapidapi.com'
    }
  };

  try {
    const response = await axios.get('https://some-api.p.rapidapi.com/endpoint', options);
    return response.data;
  } catch (error) {
    console.error('API call failed:', error);
  }
};

Despite these efforts, I still see the error:

You are not subscribed to this API
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Can anyone help me figure out what might be going wrong or how I can resolve this issue?

2

yo, i had the same prob. check ur subscription status on rapidapi dashboard. sometimes it needs a refresh or smth. also, make sure ur using the right api key for the specific api ur trying to access. they can be different for each one. if nothing works, hit up rapidapi support. they’re usually pretty helpful with this stuff.

3

I’ve encountered similar issues before, and it’s often related to how environment variables are accessed in your application. Make sure you’re using the correct syntax to access your API key from the .env file. In a React app, it should be process.env.REACT_APP_MY_API_KEY instead of just process.env.MY_API_KEY.

Also, double-check that you’ve actually subscribed to the API on RapidAPI. Sometimes, we think we’ve completed the subscription process, but there might be an additional step or confirmation needed.

If those don’t solve it, try hardcoding your API key temporarily (don’t commit this to version control!) to rule out any environment variable issues. If it works with the hardcoded key, you know the problem lies in how you’re accessing the .env file.

Lastly, ensure your RapidAPI account is in good standing and that there are no issues with your subscription or billing. Sometimes, API access can be suspended due to account-related problems.

4

I’ve dealt with this exact problem before, and it can be super frustrating. One thing that worked for me was double-checking the API endpoint URL. Sometimes, the endpoint in the RapidAPI documentation doesn’t match the actual one you need to use.

Another possibility is that your API key might have expired or been revoked. I’d suggest generating a new key from your RapidAPI dashboard and updating your .env file with the fresh key.

If you’re still stuck, try making the API call using a tool like Postman or cURL. This can help isolate whether the issue is with your code or with the API itself. If it works there but not in your app, you might have a CORS issue or something else interfering with the request.

Lastly, don’t forget to restart your development server after making changes to the .env file. I’ve lost hours debugging before realizing I just needed to restart the server for the new environment variables to take effect.