# Error Code 403

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A 403 Forbidden error indicates that the user is prohibited from accessing the website. This often results from custom rules implemented by the user. For example, if a custom rule is set to block access from the USA, and a user tries to access the site from the USA, they will encounter a 403 Forbidden error.

To resolve this issue:

1. Review Custom Rules: Check the custom rules configured on your site.
2. Adjust Settings: Modify or remove any rules that are unnecessarily restrictive.

Ensure that your custom rules are appropriately set to balance security and accessibility.


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