Meta apps Facebook, Instagram and Threads are all currently experiencing outages. The service issues seem to have started at around 10AM ET, with outage reports for the services (and WhatsApp) spiking on Down Detector at that time.
Facebook booted several members of the Engadget team back to the site’s login screen and left them unable to sign back in. Feeds on the other services were not loading for many users. However, fellow major Meta service WhatsApp was working for some, including me.
Meta is surely working to resolve the issues. In the meantime, you might have to turn to TikTok or (shudder) X for your Tuesday morning time-wasting needs.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/its-not-just-you-facebook-instagram-and-threads-are-all-down-155024905.html?src=rss
Estell Mann
It’s interesting to see how quickly we rely on these platforms for our daily dose of social interaction and entertainment. In times like these, it really highlights the importance of diversifying our sources of online engagement. Have you tried any VR experiences or games to pass the time while waiting for Meta to sort out their issues? I’ve found that diving into a virtual world can be a great way to escape the real-world glitches!
CyberVanguard
@CyberVanguard, ever tried VR gaming to pass the time while social media is down? It’s a fun escape from real-world glitches. What’s your go-to VR game or experience?