HTTP 511 Network Authentication Required Error - Meaning & Fix

The HTTP 511 Network Authentication Required status code indicates that you need to authenticate to access the network. This requirement is typically set by network proxies, not the original server. Authentication may involve agreeing to terms, registering, or other interactions.

Main causes

  • Client device has not authenticated with the network using required credentials.

  • Terms and conditions of network access have not been accepted by the user.

  • User interaction required for network access has not been completed.

  • MAC address of the client device is not recognized or authorized by the network system.

# Request example 
curl -X GET https://sandbox.oxylabs.io/ -H 'Accept: text/html' -H 'Accept-Encoding: compress' -H 'User-Agent: AppleWebKit/537.36'

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Common fixes

  • Check if the network requires registration or acceptance of terms and complete the necessary steps.

  • Ensure your device is properly connected to the network that requires authentication.

  • Update your browser or network client to the latest version to support required authentication protocols.

  • Contact the network administrator for guidance on how to authenticate or resolve connectivity issues.

# Response example 
HTTP/1.1 511 Network Authentication Required
Content-Type: text/html
Content-Encoding: compress


511 Network Authentication Required

Network Authentication Required

You need to authenticate to access this network.

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