Some YouTube users are experiencing problems with the app, website, and video uploads. Reports of these issues have surged on DownDetector since 1:30 PM on Monday, peaking at 3:15 PM. According to the data, 43% of users reported issues with the app, 33% had trouble uploading videos, and 23% faced problems with the website. The cause of the disruption is currently unknown, and there are no updates from YouTube’s support page or social media channels. This appears to be a minor glitch expected to be resolved soon.
On social media, users have tweeted about problems with their video feeds. One user reported that ‘uploaded videos are not showing in feed,’ while another said, ‘it’s [YouTube] not uploading videos.’
However, based on posts on X, the issue seems limited to a small group and does not appear to be widespread.
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What Could Be Causing the YouTube Outage?
While the exact cause of the YouTube outage remains unclear at this time, several factors could be responsible, including server issues, maintenance work, or network problems. It’s also possible that local internet service providers (ISPs) are experiencing issues contributing to the outage.
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What Should You Do?
Affected users should try the following steps on their devices:
- Clear Cache and Cookies: Sometimes, clearing your browser’s cache and cookies can resolve loading issues.
- Check Your Internet Connection: Ensure that your internet connection is stable and functioning properly.
- Use Alternative Devices or Networks: Test accessing YouTube from a different device or network to determine if the problem is device-specific or affects the entire platform.
YouTube has introduced new AI-focused guidelines and updates to help users identify and report AI-generated videos. These changes will enable users to easily recognize videos that have been altered using AI tools and report them promptly, raising awareness among the community.
