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Reddit Status Monitor
Reddit Status: Is Reddit Down Right Now?
Use this Reddit status guide to confirm outages fast, troubleshoot server or app issues, and get real-time monitoring for the moment Reddit goes down.
Quick Reddit Status Checklist
- 1. Check official status updates.
- 2. Confirm with community reports.
- 3. Verify with independent monitoring.
- 4. Try old.reddit.com as backup.
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We are working on adding live status checks for this service.
Check the official Reddit status page
Reddit posts incident updates, degraded service notices, and maintenance windows on its official status dashboard.
redditstatus.comLook for community reports
Crowd-sourced signals can confirm widespread outages, slow loading, or 503 errors across regions.
Downdetector reportsVerify with independent monitoring
Use API Status Check for third-party monitoring that verifies real endpoints and tracks historical incidents.
Reddit on API Status CheckCommon Reddit Issues During Outages
503 Service Unavailable errors
Reddit's servers may return 503 errors during high traffic or infrastructure issues, preventing page loads.
Infinite loading or blank pages
Users may see endless loading spinners, blank feeds, or 'Sorry, we couldn't load posts' messages during outages.
Mobile app crashes or login failures
The Reddit mobile app may fail to load, crash on launch, or prevent login attempts during server problems.
Voting, commenting, or posting disabled
Reddit may disable certain features like voting, commenting, or creating posts during partial outages to reduce server load.
Troubleshooting Steps Before You Assume Reddit Is Down
- 1
Refresh and clear cache
Clear your browser cache or app data and try refreshing. Sometimes cached data causes loading issues.
- 2
Try old.reddit.com
The legacy Reddit interface often stays available when the redesigned version is experiencing issues.
- 3
Check on multiple devices
Test Reddit on your phone, desktop, or another browser to rule out device-specific problems.
- 4
Disable browser extensions
Ad blockers, RES, or other Reddit extensions can sometimes conflict and prevent loading. Try disabling them temporarily.
- 5
Use a third-party Reddit app
Apps like Apollo (iOS) or Relay (Android) may work when the official app or website is down.
Real-Time Reddit Monitoring
API Status Check tracks Reddit status with independent monitoring, uptime stats, and incident history so you can confirm outages quickly.
Independent Reddit status checks
API Status Check performs independent monitoring so you can verify Reddit status even if official updates are delayed.
Incident history and uptime data
Review recent incidents, response times, and reliability trends to understand Reddit stability.
Real-time alerts and integrations
Get notified with email alerts, RSS feeds, and webhooks when Reddit experiences a new incident.
Alternative Solutions During Reddit Outages
Browse cached versions
During Reddit outages, check Google Cache or archive.org for cached versions of threads you need to access.
Use RSS feeds for subreddits
Many RSS readers cache recent posts from subreddits, allowing you to read content even when Reddit is down.
Check subreddit Discords
Many popular subreddits have Discord servers where communities continue discussions during Reddit outages.
Monitor recovery via API Status Check
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Reddit Status FAQ
Is Reddit down right now?
Check redditstatus.com and API Status Check for independent monitoring. If both show incidents, Reddit is likely down for many users.
Why does Reddit say 'Sorry, we couldn't load posts'?
This error usually indicates a server-side issue. Try refreshing, using old.reddit.com, or waiting a few minutes during peak traffic.
Why can't I access specific subreddits?
Individual subreddits may be private, banned, or restricted. If Reddit is functioning but specific subs won't load, they may be set to private by moderators.
Why is Reddit so slow today?
Slowness often indicates degraded performance. Try using old.reddit.com which has lower resource requirements, or wait for the incident to resolve.
Does Reddit Premium help with outages?
No, Reddit Premium doesn't provide better uptime or priority access during outages. All users are equally affected.
How can I get Reddit outage alerts?
Subscribe to alerts on API Status Check to receive real-time notifications when Reddit has an incident.