HTML Guides for 403
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The validator is blocked from accessing an external resource such as a stylesheet, script, or image due to a 403 (Forbidden) HTTP status.
This means that the HTML references a resource (often in a link, script, img, or iframe element) at a URL that is denying access—possibly due to server permissions, IP restrictions, or hotlink protection. The validator needs to retrieve these resources to check them, so HTTP 403 errors will prevent validation of external resources.
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