Extending HTTP API Timeout in Clay: Solutions and Recommendations

Hey good people! I'm encountering a timeout issue with a custom API integrated into Clay. My API uses Puppeteer to navigate to websites and perform actions that take longer than Clay's HTTP API timeout window. Is there a way to extend the default timeout period for HTTP API calls in Clay? Alternatively, are there any recommended approaches for handling longer-running API calls? My API works correctly - it just needs more time to complete than Clay allows before timing out. I can fix this on my API end, but would love to learn more about playing around under the hood of the Clay platform. Thanks for any help!

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Unfortunately, Clay doesn't have a built-in option to extend the default timeout period for HTTP API calls. However, we can suggest some strategies to handle longer-running API calls effectively: 1. Optimize your API: Try to reduce the response time of your Puppeteer-based API. 2. Use rate limiting: In Clay's HTTP API settings, you can set a Request Limit and Duration to control how many requests are sent within a given timeframe. This might help manage longer-running calls. 3. Implement pagination: If possible, break down your API response into smaller chunks that can be processed within Clay's timeout window. 4. Consider a webhook approach: Instead of waiting for a response, have your API send a callback to Clay when the operation is complete. Can you provide more details about your API's structure and the specific actions it's performing? This information would help us suggest more tailored solutions.
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