Unauthorized Response from Music Streaming API

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I’m trying to figure out why I’m getting a 403 Forbidden error when using a music streaming API. Here’s what I’ve done so far:

  1. Set up OAuth token retrieval
  2. Sending requests to streamingloadalltracks endpoint
  3. Using both GoogleLogin and OAuth authorization headers

My code looks something like this:

var client = new MusicClient();
client.SetBaseUrl("https://music.example.com");
client.SetTimeout(5);

if (auth_required) {
    client.AddHeader("Authorization", $"MusicLogin auth={token}");
    client.AddHeader("Authorization", new AuthHeader("MusicAuth", token));
}

try {
    var response = method == "POST" 
        ? client.Post(endpoint + query, data)
        : client.Get(endpoint + query);
    
    return response.ReadAsString();
} catch {
    return null;
}

I’ve also got a token generator that creates the auth URL and retrieves the token. Any ideas why this isn’t working? I’m pretty sure I’m following the same steps as other APIs, but my Python is a bit rusty. Help would be appreciated!

2

hey mate, have u tried clearing ur browser cache? sometimes that can mess with API calls. also, double check ur API key isnt expired. those things can sneak up on ya. if none of that works, maybe try hitting a different endpoint to see if its a specific issue with streamingloadalltracks. good luck!

3

Have you verified that your API credentials are correctly set up in your application? Sometimes, the issue lies in how the credentials are configured or stored. Double-check your app’s settings to ensure the client ID and secret are correct and properly formatted.

Another aspect to consider is the scope of your OAuth token. Different API endpoints often require specific scopes. Make sure the token you’re using has the necessary permissions for the ‘streamingloadalltracks’ endpoint.

It might also be worth reviewing the API documentation for any recent changes or known issues. Sometimes, providers make updates that can affect authentication processes.

If all else fails, reaching out to the API provider’s support team can be invaluable. They might be able to spot issues specific to your account or provide insights not available in the public documentation.

4

I’ve faced similar issues with music streaming APIs before, and it can be frustrating. From my experience, a 403 Forbidden error often points to authentication problems. Have you double-checked that your OAuth token is still valid and hasn’t expired? Sometimes these tokens have a short lifespan.

Another thing to consider is the API’s rate limiting. Some services restrict the number of requests you can make in a given timeframe. If you’re hitting the endpoint frequently, you might be getting blocked.

One trick that helped me was to use a network monitoring tool like Fiddler or Charles Proxy to inspect the exact requests being sent and the responses received. This can reveal subtle issues in headers or request formatting that aren’t obvious in the code.

Lastly, make sure you’re using the correct API version. Sometimes, older versions get deprecated, leading to authorization issues. It might be worth checking the API documentation to ensure you’re using the most up-to-date endpoints and authentication methods.