| name | instantly-common-errors |
| description | Diagnose and fix Instantly common errors and exceptions. Use when encountering Instantly errors, debugging failed requests, or troubleshooting integration issues. Trigger with phrases like "instantly error", "fix instantly", "instantly not working", "debug instantly". |
| allowed-tools | Read, Grep, Bash(curl:*) |
| version | 1.0.0 |
| license | MIT |
| author | Jeremy Longshore <jeremy@intentsolutions.io> |
Instantly Common Errors
Overview
Quick reference for the top 10 most common Instantly errors and their solutions.
Prerequisites
- Instantly SDK installed
- API credentials configured
- Access to error logs
Instructions
Step 1: Identify the Error
Check error message and code in your logs or console.
Step 2: Find Matching Error Below
Match your error to one of the documented cases.
Step 3: Apply Solution
Follow the solution steps for your specific error.
Output
- Identified error cause
- Applied fix
- Verified resolution
Error Handling
Authentication Failed
Error Message:
Authentication error: Invalid API key
Cause: API key is missing, expired, or invalid.
Solution:
# Verify API key is set
echo $INSTANTLY_API_KEY
Rate Limit Exceeded
Error Message:
Rate limit exceeded. Please retry after X seconds.
Cause: Too many requests in a short period.
Solution:
Implement exponential backoff. See instantly-rate-limits skill.
Network Timeout
Error Message:
Request timeout after 30000ms
Cause: Network connectivity or server latency issues.
Solution:
// Increase timeout
const client = new Client({ timeout: 60000 });
Examples
Quick Diagnostic Commands
# Check Instantly status
curl -s https://status.instantly.com
# Verify API connectivity
curl -I https://api.instantly.com
# Check local configuration
env | grep INSTANTLY
Escalation Path
- Collect evidence with
instantly-debug-bundle - Check Instantly status page
- Contact support with request ID
Resources
Next Steps
For comprehensive debugging, see instantly-debug-bundle.