APIs & Integration
Retry
Trying a failed request again, usually after a delay.
Example
A failed request is tried again because the error may be temporary.
Why it matters
It helps recover from temporary problems without requiring someone to restart the task manually.
You'll hear it
“Try again after checking whether the first attempt changed anything.”
Can you control it?
Sometimes
Sometimes. Some products or workflows let you influence a retry, while others keep it fixed or manage it automatically. Check the settings and documentation for the tool you are using.
Common questions
- Can a retry create duplicate work?
- Yes. A request may have succeeded even if its confirmation was lost.
- Should every error be retried?
- No. Invalid information or denied access often needs correction instead.
- Can too many retries make an outage worse?
- Yes. Repeated traffic can add pressure to an already struggling service.