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Is OpenAI down?
OpenAI issues reported over the last 24 hours
Check the current server status for OpenAI. The graph below shows issues reported over the last 24 hours.
Our OpenAI status page shows the latest availability and performance data. We perform continuous, automated health checks to ensure the service is running smoothly.
OpenAI Service Status History
A log of recent server status updates, outage events, and scheduled maintenance for OpenAI
| Date & Time | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 9, 2026 12:00 AM |
UP
| 200 - OK (1ms) |
| Aug 9, 2026 12:10 AM |
UP
| 200 - OK (1ms) |
| Aug 9, 2026 12:20 AM |
UP
| 200 - OK (4ms) |
| Aug 9, 2026 12:30 AM |
UP
| 200 - OK (1ms) |
| Aug 9, 2026 12:40 AM |
UP
| 200 - OK (11ms) |
OpenAI Uptime & Performance
24-Hour Uptime
7-Day Uptime
Avg. Response TimeThe OpenAI server status is updated every minute based on our monitoring network's performance data. Our system tracks key metrics like response time and success rate over the past 24 hours to objectively identify potential outages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is OpenAI not working?
If you're asking 'is OpenAI down?', there are two main reasons OpenAI is not working for you. First, it could be a widespread OpenAI outage or scheduled maintenance. You can verify the current OpenAI server status by checking our charts. Second, the problem might be local (a bad internet connection or browser cache).
How do I know if OpenAI is down?
The best way to know if OpenAI is down is to check this page. Look at our 24-hour graph for a spike in reports, which indicates a confirmed OpenAI outage. You can also check our "Service Status History" log for official updates on the current OpenAI server status.
If OpenAI's website is down, does it mean the whole service is down?
Not always. A modern service has many parts (website, API, etc.). It's possible for OpenAI to have a partial OpenAI outage (like the API being down) while the main website still works. This can be confusing when you're asking 'is OpenAI down?' because part of the service is still operational.
What are the common reasons for a OpenAI outage?
A OpenAI outage can be caused by many issues: server overloads, database failures, or new software bugs. Sometimes, it's just scheduled maintenance. These are common reasons why OpenAI was down in the past. Our monitor tracks the OpenAI status regardless of the cause.
What to do when OpenAI is inaccessible or not working?
If OpenAI is not working or inaccessible, first confirm the OpenAI server status on this page. If we show a confirmed OpenAI outage, you just have to wait for them to fix it. If our page shows the service is "Up," the issue is likely on your end (see our troubleshooting guide).
How does this down detector check the OpenAI status?
Our system checks the OpenAI status by automatically "pinging" the OpenAI servers every minute. If our checks fail, our graphs will reflect a potential OpenAI outage. This is how we provide an instant, objective answer to the question "is OpenAI down?"
