Cause: Timeout (no headers received)
Overview
A “Timeout (no headers received)” message typically means the monitoring system was unable to receive a response from the site within the expected time window. In most cases, this is a false alarm and does not indicate an actual outage.
Why This Happens
Temporary network latency
Monitoring system timing out before the site responds
Brief delay while the site is processing a request
Signs You May See
Monitoring alert showing “Timeout (no headers received)”
Site appears down in monitoring but loads normally in a browser
No related errors in site or server logs
How to Resolve
Verify Site Accessibility
Open the site in a browser and confirm it loads normally
Try loading the site from an incognito window or another network
Check Site Health
Confirm the site is running and responsive
Verify no updates or maintenance tasks are actively running
Allow a Short Window
If the site is loading normally, no action is required
Monitoring should auto-resolve once the next check succeeds
When to Contact Support
Reach out to support if:
The site does not load in a browser
You notice performance issues or repeated alerts
Provide the site URL and the time of the alert so the team can investigate further.
