YouTube Partially Down: Users Experience Service Outage
YouTube is currently experiencing a significant service outage that has impacted users worldwide. Reports indicate that problems began around 7:45 PM ET (4:45 PM PT) and intensified shortly after, with numerous complaints surfacing on outage tracking platforms like DownDetector.
YouTube Service Outage Details
As of 8 PM ET (5 PM PT), nearly 300,000 users reported issues with YouTube. Among the complaints, users highlighted difficulty accessing various core features. These included:
- Subscription feed
- YouTube Shorts
- Homepage access
While core features of YouTube have been largely inaccessible through both mobile and web apps, some services remain operational. Users have reported that:
- YouTube TV can still be accessed without issue.
- YouTube Music appears to be functioning normally.
- Direct links to YouTube videos are still working.
Social Media and User Feedback
The outage has been extensively discussed on social media platforms, amplifying the concerns of users. Members from different media outlets, including those from 9to5, have also confirmed the disruption.
Updates from Google
As of 8:20 PM ET (5:20 PM PT), Google has not yet issued an official statement regarding the outage. However, subsequent updates suggest that services are becoming partially available again. Google acknowledged the issues in a forum post, stating:
“We’re aware some of you are having issues accessing YouTube right now. Our teams are aware, and we’ll provide updates as soon as we have them.”
As YouTube works towards fully resolving the issue, users are encouraged to monitor the situation on platforms like El-Balad for the latest updates.
