Spotify Outage Affects Thousands, Reports Downdetector
On Monday, a significant outage impacted Spotify, disrupting the music streaming service for thousands. Reports compiled by Downdetector indicated that over 30,000 users in the U.S. faced issues with the platform.
Details of the Outage
As of 9:22 a.m. ET, outages were not only prevalent in the U.S. but also affected users in several other regions:
- United States: Over 30,000 reports
- United Kingdom: More than 8,800 app issues
- Canada: Over 2,900 problem reports
Reporting Methodology
Downdetector tracks outages by collecting user-submitted reports and feedback. As a result, the actual number of affected users may be higher than reported.
Company Response
At the time of the outage, Spotify had not responded to media inquiries. The lack of immediate communication left many users without information regarding the service issues.
This incident highlights the vulnerability of popular streaming platforms and the impact of technical disruptions on user experience. As more people rely on such services for entertainment, any downtime can lead to widespread dissatisfaction.
