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Global Outage Hits X and Reddit Platforms
23 Jun
Summary
- Thousands reported issues with X and Reddit on Monday.
- Outages began around 9:30 a.m. EST, impacting India and US.
- Users advised to use alternative apps and news sites for updates.
Major social media platforms X and Reddit faced significant global outages on Monday, impacting thousands of users. The widespread disruptions were first reported around 9:30 a.m. EST and affected users in India, the United States, and various other regions.
While the exact cause of the outages remains unclear, with no immediate timeline for resolution, the issues led to widespread user concern. "Is Reddit down?" and "Twitter Down" quickly trended on search engines as users sought information.
In response to the service interruptions, users were advised to confirm if the outage was widespread rather than a localized issue. Recommendations included switching to alternative platforms such as Telegram, Threads, or Discord. Relying on established news websites for real-time updates was also suggested as a dependable method to stay informed during the downtime.
