Fix: “Quota Error: User Rate Limit Exceeded in Google Analytics API”
The error ‘User Rate Limit Exceeded in Google Analytics API’ appears when the number of API requests exceeds the allowed threshold set by Google. This restriction, known as throttling, results in a 403 error labeled UserRateLimitExceeded, temporarily blocking further requests. It commonly occurs when too many API calls are made within a short period, such as per minute or per day.
How to Increase the Google Analytics API Quota Limit
To prevent this error from recurring, you can manually request an increase in your quota limits through the Google Cloud Console. This adjustment allows your application to send a higher volume of API requests without being throttled.
Note: You must be signed into the correct Google Cloud Project and have Project Owner or the required IAM permissions to request quota changes.
Step 1: Access Google Cloud Console
Visit the Google Cloud Console and log in using your credentials.
Step 2: Open the Navigation Menu
Click the Navigation Menu icon in the top-left corner of the dashboard.
Step 3: Select API & Services
From the menu options, click on API & Services to access your project’s enabled APIs.
Step 4: Choose Google Analytics API
Locate and select the Google Analytics API from the list.
Step 5: Open Quotas & System Limits
Inside the API details, click on Quotas & System Limits to view your current usage and limits.
Step 6: Edit Quota for Queries Per Day
Click the three-dot menu next to Queries Per Day and select Edit Quota. Your available quotas may also include Queries per 100 seconds or per second, depending on the project type.
Step 7: Submit Quota Increase Request
Enter your desired quota value in the New Value field. Acknowledge the warning by selecting ‘I understand’, then click Submit to finalize the request.
(Note: Your maximum allowable limits may vary depending on the API, account status, and project configuration.)
Step 8: Adjust Queries Per Minute (If Needed)
If your use case involves high-frequency API calls, repeat the same process for the Queries Per Minute quota to avoid additional rate-limiting errors.
