At the time of writing, there were just under 800 reports on Downdetector, with 55% of users having problems with the website and a further 39% and 6% reporting problems with server connection and login.
A number of platforms have been impacted by the most recent Cloudflare outage, including Vinted, LinkedIn and Deliveroo.
According to Cloudflare, a fix has been implemented, hopefully resolving the outage.
What is Downdetector?
Downdetector is an online website that allows users of popular services, including X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, Virgin Media and more, to report if they are having trouble with the services.
The site only reports an incident when the number of problem reports is significantly higher than the typical volume for that time of day.
Describing itself on its website, Downdetector is “where people go when services don’t work.”
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The website monitors disruptions to various key services, including the internet, web hosting platforms, banks, social media and more.
You can see the full methodology and learn more about how Downdetector collects status information and detects problems via its website.
In short, users can get involved by submitting any issue reports on the platform.
Problem indicators are also collected from social media and other factors on the web, Downdetector explained.
