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Facebook Status Monitor
Facebook Status: Is Facebook Down Right Now?
Use this Facebook status guide to confirm outages fast, troubleshoot feed or login issues, and get real-time monitoring for the moment Facebook goes down.
Quick Facebook Status Checklist
- 1. Check Meta status updates.
- 2. Confirm with community reports.
- 3. Test Messenger separately.
- 4. Try a different device or network.
Real-time monitoring coming soon
We are working on adding live status checks for this service.
Check the official Meta status page
Meta posts incident updates, degraded service notices, and maintenance windows for Facebook, Messenger, and Instagram on its official status dashboard.
metastatus.comLook for community reports
Crowd-sourced signals can confirm widespread feed failures, login errors, or messaging issues across Facebook's family of apps.
Downdetector reportsCheck the Facebook outage map
Regional outages are common. Use outage maps to see if your area is specifically affected or if it's a global incident.
Facebook outage mapCommon Facebook Issues During Outages
News Feed not loading or refreshing
Users may see blank feeds, infinite loading spinners, or stale content that won't refresh during outages.
Login failures or session errors
Authentication issues may prevent logging in, cause unexpected logouts, or show 'session expired' errors.
Messenger vs Facebook vs Instagram
Meta outages can affect one service or all three. Check which specific platform is down — sometimes only Messenger or Instagram is impacted.
Photos and videos failing to upload
Media uploads may fail, get stuck at 0%, or show errors when Facebook's CDN or storage services are degraded.
Troubleshooting Steps Before You Assume Facebook Is Down
- 1
Refresh and clear cache
Force refresh your browser (Cmd+Shift+R or Ctrl+Shift+R) or clear your Facebook app cache to rule out local issues.
- 2
Check Messenger separately
If Facebook is down, Messenger may still work. Try the Messenger app or messenger.com to continue conversations.
- 3
Try a different device or network
Switch between mobile and desktop, or try a different WiFi/cellular network to isolate connection issues.
- 4
Check Instagram and WhatsApp
Meta outages often affect multiple services. If Instagram or WhatsApp are also down, it's likely a Meta-wide incident.
- 5
Use Facebook Lite
The lightweight Facebook Lite app sometimes remains functional during partial outages affecting the main Facebook app.
Real-Time Facebook Monitoring
API Status Check tracks Facebook status with independent monitoring, uptime stats, and incident history so you can confirm outages quickly.
Independent Facebook status checks
API Status Check performs independent monitoring so you can verify Facebook status even if official updates are delayed.
Incident history and uptime data
Review recent incidents, response times, and reliability trends to understand Meta platform stability.
Real-time alerts and integrations
Get notified with email alerts, RSS feeds, and webhooks when Facebook experiences a new incident.
Alternative Solutions During Facebook Outages
Use Messenger or WhatsApp instead
During Facebook outages, Meta's messaging apps may still work for staying in touch with friends and family.
Check Twitter/X for updates
Facebook outages are widely reported on Twitter. Search for #FacebookDown to see real-time reports and official updates.
Queue non-urgent posts
If you manage Pages or ads, save your content and wait for the outage to resolve before posting.
Monitor recovery via API Status Check
Set up alerts to get notified the moment Facebook recovers from an outage.
Get notified when Facebook is back up
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Facebook Status FAQ
Is Facebook down right now?
Check metastatus.com and Downdetector for real-time reports. If both show incidents and you can't load Facebook, it's likely down for many users.
Why is my Facebook feed not loading?
This usually indicates a server-side issue. Try refreshing, clearing cache, or waiting a few minutes during peak usage or outages.
Is Messenger down when Facebook is down?
Not always. Messenger can remain functional during Facebook outages, and vice versa. Check both services separately.
Does Facebook outage affect Instagram?
Sometimes. Meta outages can impact Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp together, but individual services may also go down independently.
How long do Facebook outages usually last?
Most outages resolve within 30 minutes to 2 hours. Major incidents can last longer, but Meta typically restores service quickly.
How can I get Facebook outage alerts?
Subscribe to alerts on API Status Check to receive real-time notifications when Facebook or other Meta platforms have an incident.