Reddit experienced a significant service disruption today, leading to reports of degraded performance and various error messages. Users encountered issues ranging from "we have encountered an error" to "this page isn’t working." The downtime was confirmed by Reddit at 12:16 PM PT, prompting the platform to investigate the root of the problem. By 12:48 PM PT, Reddit had implemented a fix, and the service has since been restored to normal operation as the team continues to monitor the situation.

What caused Reddit to go down today?

The disruption was attributed to degraded performance issues that affected user access, leading to multiple error messages appearing on the site. Reddit identified the problem and quickly deployed a fix to restore service.

Reddit, founded in 2005, has grown into one of the largest forums on the internet, known for its vast array of communities and discussions on diverse topics. This incident highlights the platform's reliance on stable backend systems and the impact of technical issues on user experience.