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Google Status Monitor
Google Status: Is Google Down Right Now?
Use this Google status guide to confirm outages fast, troubleshoot search errors, Gmail sync failures, YouTube issues, or Drive problems, and get real-time monitoring for the moment Google goes down.
Quick Google Status Checklist
- 1. Check official status updates.
- 2. Confirm with community reports.
- 3. Verify with independent monitoring.
- 4. Try a second device or network.
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We are working on adding live status checks for this service.
Check the official Google Workspace status page
Google posts incident updates, service degradation notices, and maintenance windows for Gmail, Drive, Calendar, and other Workspace services.
Google Workspace StatusLook for community reports
Crowd-sourced signals can confirm widespread search failures, Gmail sync issues, YouTube loading problems, or Drive access errors.
Downdetector reportsVerify with independent monitoring
Use API Status Check for third-party monitoring that verifies real endpoints and tracks historical incidents.
Google on API Status CheckCommon Google Issues During Outages
Google Search errors or blank results
Users may encounter 'Server Error' messages, blank search result pages, or '502 Bad Gateway' errors when Google Search is degraded.
Gmail sync and email delivery failures
Email may fail to send, inbox may not update, or users may see 'Temporary Error' messages during Gmail outages.
YouTube loading and playback issues
Videos may fail to load, show endless buffering, or display 'An error occurred' messages during YouTube service degradation.
Google Drive and Docs access problems
Files may fail to load, documents may not save, or users may see 'Unable to connect' errors during Drive outages.
Troubleshooting Steps Before You Assume Google Is Down
- 1
Try Google Search in a private/incognito window
Test search in incognito mode to rule out browser extensions, cookies, or cache issues causing search problems.
- 2
Check multiple Google services
If Gmail works but Search doesn't, it may be a service-specific issue. Try Drive, YouTube, and Calendar to identify scope.
- 3
Test on a different network or device
Try accessing Google services from mobile data or a different WiFi network to rule out ISP or network-level blocking.
- 4
Verify Google account status
Check if you can log in at accounts.google.com. Login failures may indicate account or authentication server issues.
- 5
Clear browser cache and cookies
For persistent issues, clear Google-related cookies and cache, then restart your browser and try again.
Real-Time Google Monitoring
API Status Check tracks Google status with independent monitoring, uptime stats, and incident history so you can confirm outages quickly.
Independent Google status checks
API Status Check performs independent monitoring so you can verify Google status even if official updates are delayed.
Incident history and uptime data
Review recent incidents, response times, and reliability trends to understand Google service stability over time.
Real-time alerts and integrations
Get notified with email alerts, RSS feeds, and webhooks when Google experiences a new incident affecting Search, Gmail, or other services.
Alternative Solutions During Google Outages
Use Bing or DuckDuckGo for search
During Google Search outages, alternative search engines like Bing, DuckDuckGo, or Brave Search remain available.
Access Gmail via mobile app or IMAP
If Gmail web is down, the mobile app or third-party email clients using IMAP may still sync and send email.
Use YouTube alternatives or download videos
During YouTube outages, platforms like Vimeo or Dailymotion can host videos, or download important content in advance.
Monitor recovery via API Status Check
Set up alerts to get notified the moment Google services recover from an outage so you can resume work immediately.
Get notified when Google is back up
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Google Status FAQ
Is Google down right now?
Check Google Workspace Status and API Status Check for independent monitoring. If both show incidents, Google is likely down for many users.
Why is Google Search not working?
Search failures can indicate server-side outages, network issues, or browser problems. Check status pages first, then test in incognito mode.
Is Gmail separate from Google Search?
Yes. Gmail, Search, YouTube, and Drive are separate services that can experience independent outages or be down simultaneously during major incidents.
Why can't I access Google services at work?
Corporate networks may block Google services or use proxies that interfere. Check with IT if the issue is only at work, not at home.
Does Google have different status for enterprise?
Google Workspace (enterprise Gmail, Drive, etc.) has a separate status dashboard from consumer services like google.com and YouTube.
How can I get Google outage alerts?
Subscribe to alerts on API Status Check to receive real-time notifications when Google or Google Workspace services have an incident.