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Apologies if this is obvious:
I've never received this error message before when backtesting in the Free Tier.
“API Error Message: Please upgrade to paid account to use the API and other local features.”
Is there a daily/total cap to the number of backtests or online API use?
Thanks
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Mia Alissi
Here's what I found for Ryan:
Based on QuantConnect's documentation and typical user experiences:
“API Error Message: Please upgrade to paid account to use the API and other local features.”
means that your action requires a paid account, and isn’t necessarily about hitting a daily or total cap.
Summary for Ryan:
Your error is not due to a quota/cap, but because you’re using a feature (the API or certain local tools) that requires a paid plan. If you need that API access or those features, you’ll need to upgrade to a paid account.
Next step: You can use the web interface for basic backtesting, but to use APIs or local capabilities, check out QuantConnect’s pricing page and consider upgrading your account. If you believe you should still have access as a Free Tier user, reach out to QuantConnect support for help.
The material on this website is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation to buy, or a recommendation or endorsement for any security or strategy, nor does it constitute an offer to provide investment advisory services by QuantConnect. In addition, the material offers no opinion with respect to the suitability of any security or specific investment. QuantConnect makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of the views expressed in the website. The views are subject to change, and may have become unreliable for various reasons, including changes in market conditions or economic circumstances. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. You should consult with an investment professional before making any investment decisions.
Ryan Riordon
Hello Ryan,
I didn't even run a back test today and I'm getting the same message when trying to run my first backtest for today. Never had any trouble before, something changed.
Ryan Bobo
Thanks for confirming Ryan,
I'm not using any features that would require API.
Is there a resolution for this? Same problem today
Muhammad Yusuf Bin Salleh
Same, im receiving the same message. It was fine from a week ago. Can Quantconnect please have a look at this fix.
Jared Broad
Hi Guys, thank you for letting us know – we'll get it fixed ASAP.
The material on this website is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation to buy, or a recommendation or endorsement for any security or strategy, nor does it constitute an offer to provide investment advisory services by QuantConnect. In addition, the material offers no opinion with respect to the suitability of any security or specific investment. QuantConnect makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of the views expressed in the website. The views are subject to change, and may have become unreliable for various reasons, including changes in market conditions or economic circumstances. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. You should consult with an investment professional before making any investment decisions.
Ryan Bobo
The material on this website is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation to buy, or a recommendation or endorsement for any security or strategy, nor does it constitute an offer to provide investment advisory services by QuantConnect. In addition, the material offers no opinion with respect to the suitability of any security or specific investment. QuantConnect makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of the views expressed in the website. The views are subject to change, and may have become unreliable for various reasons, including changes in market conditions or economic circumstances. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. You should consult with an investment professional before making any investment decisions.
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