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PayPal Status Monitor
PayPal Status: Is PayPal Down Right Now?
Use this PayPal status guide to confirm outages fast, troubleshoot payment or API issues, and get real-time monitoring for the moment PayPal goes down.
Quick PayPal Status Checklist
- 1. Check official status updates.
- 2. Confirm with community reports.
- 3. Test in a different browser or device.
- 4. Verify your account has no limitations.
Real-time monitoring coming soon
We are working on adding live status checks for this service.
Check the official PayPal status page
PayPal posts incident updates, degraded service notices, and maintenance windows on its official status dashboard.
status.paypal.comLook for community reports
Crowd-sourced signals can confirm widespread payment failures, checkout errors, or API issues with PayPal.
Downdetector reportsVerify with independent monitoring
Use API Status Check for third-party monitoring that verifies real endpoints and tracks historical incidents.
API Status CheckCommon PayPal Issues During Outages
Payment or checkout failures
Users may see 'Payment Failed' errors, stuck pending payments, or checkout failures during outages.
API errors or timeouts
Developers may encounter 500/503 errors, timeouts, or webhook delivery failures when the API is degraded.
Login or account access issues
Unable to log in, verify identity, or access account balance during authentication service problems.
Money transfer delays
Bank transfers, withdrawals, or currency conversions may be delayed or fail during service degradation.
Troubleshooting Steps Before You Assume PayPal Is Down
- 1
Check your internet connection
Test with a different network or device to rule out local connectivity issues before assuming PayPal is down.
- 2
Clear browser cache and cookies
Cached data can cause login or payment issues. Clear your browser cache and try again in incognito mode.
- 3
Verify your account status
Confirm your PayPal account is in good standing, has no limitations, and isn't flagged for security review.
- 4
Try the PayPal mobile app
The mobile app sometimes remains functional when the web interface is experiencing issues.
- 5
Check API credentials and webhooks
For developers: verify your API keys are valid, endpoints are correct, and webhook URLs are reachable.
Real-Time PayPal Monitoring
API Status Check tracks payment platform status with independent monitoring, uptime stats, and incident history so you can confirm outages quickly.
Independent PayPal status checks
API Status Check performs independent monitoring so you can verify PayPal status even when official updates are delayed.
Incident history and uptime data
Review recent incidents, response times, and reliability trends to understand PayPal stability.
Real-time alerts and integrations
Get notified with email alerts, RSS feeds, and webhooks when PayPal experiences a new incident.
Alternative Solutions During PayPal Outages
Use Stripe or Square as backup
During PayPal outages, Stripe or Square can handle merchant payments as temporary alternatives.
Accept direct credit card payments
If you have a backup payment processor, offer customers direct card payment options during PayPal downtime.
Queue non-urgent transactions
If payments aren't time-sensitive, wait for PayPal to recover rather than using less convenient methods.
Monitor recovery via status page
Watch status.paypal.com or API Status Check for updates indicating when PayPal service is restored.
Get notified when PayPal is back up
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PayPal Status FAQ
Is PayPal down right now?
Check status.paypal.com for official updates and Downdetector for community reports. If both show incidents, PayPal is likely experiencing an outage.
Why is my PayPal payment failing?
Payment failures can indicate service issues, account limitations, insufficient funds, or security holds. Check your account status and PayPal status page.
Is the PayPal API down?
API outages show as 5xx errors or webhook delivery failures. Check status.paypal.com for API-specific incidents and implement retry logic.
How long do PayPal outages usually last?
Most PayPal outages resolve within 1-2 hours. Major incidents affecting payments or API may last longer but are relatively rare.
Can I check PayPal status without logging in?
Yes, use status.paypal.com, Downdetector, or API Status Check to verify PayPal status without accessing your account.
How can I get PayPal outage alerts?
Subscribe to alerts on API Status Check to receive real-time notifications when PayPal experiences an incident.