Rate limiting is a technique used to control the number of requests a user or system can make to a service within a specified time frame. It’s like setting a speed limit on a highway to ensure that traffic flows smoothly and safely. When you use a service like ScreenshotBuddy to capture screenshots or generate PDFs, rate limiting helps maintain the service’s performance and reliability. If too many requests are made too quickly, it could slow down the system for everyone. Rate limiting steps in by temporarily restricting the number of requests a single user can make. This ensures that the service remains fast and responsive for all users.
Rate limiting protects both the service and the users. It prevents overloads, keeps the system running smoothly, and stops any single user from unintentionally causing issues by making too many requests at once.
