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Google Maps Status Monitor
Google Maps Status: Is Google Maps Down Right Now?
Use this Google Maps status guide to confirm outages fast, troubleshoot navigation or API issues, and get real-time monitoring for the moment Google Maps goes down.
Quick Google Maps Status Checklist
- 1. Check official status updates.
- 2. Confirm with community reports.
- 3. Verify with independent monitoring.
- 4. Try offline maps or alternative apps.
Real-time monitoring coming soon
We are working on adding live status checks for this service.
Check the official Google Workspace status page
Google posts Maps API and service incident updates, degraded performance notices, and maintenance windows on its status dashboard.
Google Workspace StatusLook for community reports
Crowd-sourced signals can confirm widespread navigation failures, routing errors, or map loading problems.
Downdetector reportsVerify with independent monitoring
Use API Status Check for third-party monitoring that verifies Maps API endpoints and tracks historical incidents.
Google Maps on API Status CheckCommon Google Maps Issues During Outages
Map tiles not loading or blank screens
Users may see gray tiles, blank map areas, or 'Oops, something went wrong' errors when tiles fail to load.
Navigation and directions failures
Turn-by-turn navigation may not start, routes fail to calculate, or directions show 'Cannot find route' errors.
Maps API rate limiting or errors
Developers may encounter API quota errors, 5xx server errors, or geocoding failures when the API is degraded.
Search and location issues
Place searches may return no results, autocomplete may fail, or location markers may not appear on the map.
Troubleshooting Steps Before You Assume Google Maps Is Down
- 1
Refresh the app or browser
Close and reopen Google Maps. Browser users should do a hard refresh (Cmd+Shift+R or Ctrl+Shift+R) to clear cached tiles.
- 2
Check GPS and location permissions
Ensure location services are enabled for Google Maps. Go to device Settings > Privacy > Location Services and verify Maps has permission.
- 3
Try offline maps if available
If you've downloaded offline maps, they may work even when the online service is experiencing issues.
- 4
Switch between map and satellite view
Sometimes one view loads while the other doesn't. Toggle between map types to see if imagery is available.
- 5
Verify Maps API quotas (developers)
Check your Google Cloud Console for API usage limits and billing status if you're using the Maps API.
Real-Time Google Maps Monitoring
API Status Check tracks Google Maps status with independent monitoring, uptime stats, and incident history so you can confirm outages quickly.
Independent Google Maps status checks
API Status Check performs independent monitoring so you can verify Maps status even if official updates are delayed.
Incident history and uptime data
Review recent incidents, API reliability, and uptime trends to understand Google Maps stability.
Real-time alerts and integrations
Get notified with email alerts, RSS feeds, and webhooks when Google Maps experiences a new incident.
Alternative Solutions During Google Maps Outages
Use Apple Maps or Waze
During Google Maps outages, Apple Maps, Waze, or MapQuest can provide alternative navigation options.
Download offline maps in advance
Google Maps allows offline map downloads. Pre-download critical areas to maintain basic navigation during outages.
Use GPS coordinates directly
If you know latitude/longitude coordinates, you can use them with alternative navigation apps or GPS devices.
Monitor recovery via API Status Check
Set up alerts to get notified the moment Google Maps recovers from an outage.
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Google Maps Status FAQ
Is Google Maps down right now?
Check Google's official status dashboard and API Status Check for independent monitoring. If both show incidents, Google Maps is likely experiencing issues.
Why is Google Maps showing a blank screen?
Blank screens or gray tiles usually indicate tile loading failures. Try refreshing, checking your internet connection, or switching between map and satellite view.
Is the Google Maps API down?
API outages show as 5xx errors or quota failures. Check your Google Cloud Console for API-specific status and implement retry logic in your code.
Why won't Google Maps calculate a route?
Routing failures can occur during partial outages or when specific routing servers are down. Try again in a few minutes or use an alternative navigation app.
Does Google Maps have good uptime?
Google Maps generally has excellent uptime, but occasional regional or API-specific issues can occur. Most resolve quickly.
How can I get Google Maps outage alerts?
Subscribe to alerts on API Status Check to receive real-time notifications when Google Maps or its APIs have an incident.