Why is RapidApi not recognizing my key in the header?

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1

I have implemented a function in my Angular application using Node.js to translate words. Here’s the code I’m using:

async translateText(term) {
const apiKey = '*your_api_key_here*';

const response = await axios({
  method: 'POST',
  url: 'https://google-translate1.p.rapidapi.com/language/translate/v2',
  headers: {
    'Content-Type': 'application/octet-stream',
    'x-rapidapi-host': 'google-translate1.p.rapidapi.com',
    'x-rapidapi-key': apiKey,
    'useQueryString': true
  },
  data: {
    source: 'en',
    q: term,
    target: 'ru'
  }
});

console.log(response.data);
}

The function returns a 502 (Bad Gateway) error message while I receive an error saying that the RapidAPI application key is missing. However, the key is clearly set in the headers. Interestingly, the same code runs successfully when executed through the RapidApi platform.

2

It seems you're encountering a common issue where the API key in your headers is either not being recognized or not correctly transmitted during the call from your Angular application. Below are some potential reasons and solutions you might consider:

  1. Double-check API Key: Ensure that the apiKey variable holds the correct API key. Any typo or placeholder text (like '*your_api_key_here*') needs to be replaced with your actual API key from the RapidAPI dashboard.
  2. Environment Variables: If your key is stored in an environment variable, ensure that it is being correctly loaded. Double-check your build configuration to confirm that it is included correctly.
  3. Rate Limiting: Ensure you are not exceeding your API quota or rate limits. RapidAPI can sometimes respond with errors if your usage is too high.
  4. Incorrect Headers Configuration: Double-check the headers configuration in your code. Although your code looks correct, sometimes slight syntax errors or misplaced colons can cause issues. Verify this with a second set of eyes or consult the API documentation to confirm the headers' correctness.
  5. Network Issues: Check if there might be any network restrictions or firewalls that could be blocking the request from your local environment.
  6. Debugging Tools: Use debugging tools or network monitors (like Fiddler or Wireshark) to inspect outgoing traffic and ensure headers look as intended.

After verifying these points, try running the application again. If issues persist, further debugging with network monitoring tools or logs from both Angular and Node.js sides may give more detailed insights into the HTTP request flow.

3

Ensure your API key is correctly set and not mistakenly masked. Replace '*your_api_key_here*' with the actual key. Verify no quotes or punctuation errors are present.

Example:

const apiKey = 'actual_api_key';

Also, check if network issues or CORS restrictions apply, and ensure your environment variables (if used) are loaded correctly in production builds.