HTTP status code 206 — Partial Content
Quick answer
Status code 206 (Partial Content): Server delivered only part of the resource. Used with Range requests for resumable downloads and media streaming.
Used with Range requests for resumable downloads and media streaming.
206 responses include Content-Range. Clients that send Range must handle 206 (or 416 if the range is unsatisfiable).
Common causes
- Video/audio seeking (Range: bytes=...)
- Resumable download managers continuing a partial file
How to fix it
Read Content-Range to know which bytes you got, and append rather than overwrite the local file.
Frequently asked questions
What is status code 206?
206 Partial Content: Server delivered only part of the resource. Used with Range requests for resumable downloads and media streaming.
When should I expect HTTP 206?
206 responses include Content-Range. Clients that send Range must handle 206 (or 416 if the range is unsatisfiable).
What usually causes HTTP 206?
Video/audio seeking (Range: bytes=...); Resumable download managers continuing a partial file.
How do I fix HTTP 206?
Read Content-Range to know which bytes you got, and append rather than overwrite the local file.
Where can I see all status codes?
Open the HTTP status codes hub on TryDevSnip for the full reference list.
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