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# [Rate Limits: The Wall You'll Hit Right When Things Start Working](https://www.bits8byte.com/rate-limits-the-wall-you-ll-hit-right-when-things-start-working?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

The API caps how fast you can call it. Plan for the 429, because you will meet it.

Feb 10, 2025 · 3 min read · bits8byte.com  
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