serpapi-common-errors
Diagnose and fix SerpApi errors: invalid keys, exhausted credits, blocked searches. Use when SerpApi returns errors, empty results, or unexpected status codes. Trigger: "serpapi error", "fix serpapi", "serpapi not working", "serpapi empty results".
Best use case
serpapi-common-errors is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Diagnose and fix SerpApi errors: invalid keys, exhausted credits, blocked searches. Use when SerpApi returns errors, empty results, or unexpected status codes. Trigger: "serpapi error", "fix serpapi", "serpapi not working", "serpapi empty results".
Teams using serpapi-common-errors should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/serpapi-common-errors/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How serpapi-common-errors Compares
| Feature / Agent | serpapi-common-errors | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Diagnose and fix SerpApi errors: invalid keys, exhausted credits, blocked searches. Use when SerpApi returns errors, empty results, or unexpected status codes. Trigger: "serpapi error", "fix serpapi", "serpapi not working", "serpapi empty results".
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
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SKILL.md Source
# SerpApi Common Errors
## Overview
Quick reference for SerpApi errors. Check `search_metadata.status` first -- it will be `Success` or `Error`. Error details are in `search_metadata.error` or `error` at the top level.
## Error Reference
### Invalid API Key
```json
{ "error": "Invalid API key. Your API key should be here: https://serpapi.com/manage-api-key" }
```
**Fix:** Verify key at serpapi.com/manage-api-key. Check env var is loaded.
### Account Disabled / Searches Exhausted
```json
{ "error": "Your searches for the month have run out. You can upgrade your plan at https://serpapi.com/pricing" }
```
**Fix:** Check usage: `curl "https://serpapi.com/account.json?api_key=$SERPAPI_API_KEY"`. Upgrade plan or wait for monthly reset.
### Missing Required Parameter
```json
{ "error": "Missing parameter: q. Please provide a search query." }
```
**Fix:** Each engine has different query params. Google/Bing use `q`, YouTube uses `search_query`.
### Google CAPTCHA / Blocked
```json
{ "search_metadata": { "status": "Error" }, "error": "Google hasn't returned any results for this query." }
```
**Fix:** SerpApi handles CAPTCHAs automatically, but unusual queries or very high volume may trigger blocks. Try different `location` or wait.
### Empty Organic Results (Not an Error)
```python
result = client.search(engine="google", q="xyzzy123nonexistent")
if not result.get("organic_results"):
# Not an error -- query just has no results
# Check for answer_box, knowledge_graph, etc.
print("No organic results, checking other components...")
print(f"Answer box: {result.get('answer_box')}")
print(f"Related searches: {result.get('related_searches')}")
```
## Quick Diagnostic
```bash
# 1. Check API key and account status
curl -s "https://serpapi.com/account.json?api_key=$SERPAPI_API_KEY" | jq '{
plan: .plan_name, used: .this_month_usage, remaining: .plan_searches_left
}'
# 2. Test basic search
curl -s "https://serpapi.com/search.json?q=test&engine=google&api_key=$SERPAPI_API_KEY" \
| jq '.search_metadata.status'
# 3. Check search archive (last 10 searches)
curl -s "https://serpapi.com/searches.json?api_key=$SERPAPI_API_KEY" \
| jq '.[0:3] | .[] | {id: .id, status: .status, query: .search_parameters.q}'
```
## Error Handling
| Error | Retryable | Action |
|-------|-----------|--------|
| Invalid API key | No | Fix key |
| Searches exhausted | No | Upgrade plan |
| CAPTCHA/blocked | Sometimes | Change location, wait |
| Timeout | Yes | Retry with backoff |
| Missing parameter | No | Fix request params |
| 500 server error | Yes | Retry 2-3 times |
## Resources
- [SerpApi Status](https://serpapi.com/status)
- [Account API](https://serpapi.com/account-api)
- [Playground](https://serpapi.com/playground) (test queries interactively)
## Next Steps
For comprehensive debugging, see `serpapi-debug-bundle`.Related Skills
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