curle_failed_init
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cURL · libcurl & CLI
libcurl code CURLE_FAILED_INIT indicates failed init during libcurl option/runtime call sequencing.
Quick Answer
Error code CURLE_FAILED_INIT on your cURL libcurl & CLI means: libcurl code CURLE_FAILED_INIT indicates failed init during libcurl option/runtime call sequencing.. This is usually fixable — see the step-by-step guide below.
Affected Models
Likely Causes
How to Fix It
1
Capture verbose output (-v / --trace) and isolate the exact phase where CURLE_FAILED_INIT appears.
2
Reproduce failed_init with a minimal request against a known-good endpoint.
3
Validate protocol, TLS, DNS, proxy, and timeout options tied to libcurl option/runtime call sequencing.
4
Adjust one option at a time until CURLE_FAILED_INIT clears and transfer completes successfully.
5
Lock the fix into scripts/clients and monitor for CURLE_FAILED_INIT regression.
Pro Tip
This issue typically requires professional diagnosis. Attempting this fix without proper training could cause further problems.
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