Facebook Down? Instagram Down? Are These Not Working?
Yes, there were widespread reports of outages for Facebook and Instagram earlier today, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. According to users on Downdetector, a website that tracks online service outages, tens of thousands of users reported issues with both platforms.
This outage has brought attention to the platform’s crucial role in worldwide communication and has generated alarm among businesses who rely on Facebook for marketing. The hashtag #FacebookDown is rising as users express their frustration and look for updates on other social networks.
Both the website and the apps of social media sites are affected by the problems, which started at about 10:20 am ET.
According to DownDetector, which tracks internet outages, little over 8,000 people in the US are experiencing issues with Messenger, while over 30,000 people have reported the same with Instagram.
- Facebook and Instagram are facing widespread outages globally, affecting tens of thousands of users.
- The cause of the outage remains unconfirmed, with users reporting difficulties resetting passwords and using two-factor authentication.
- Users worldwide are encountering difficulties accessing Meta products, such as Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, suggesting a significant outage. Widespread outages on Facebook and Instagram have left numerous users in digital darkness, prompting discussions on digital dependence and resilience.
- Tens of thousands of users reported issues with Facebook and Instagram, indicating a possible outage.
