If you’re currently experiencing difficulties connecting to Reddit, allow me to shed some light on the matter. I will provide you with comprehensive guidance on how to ascertain whether Reddit is momentarily facing technical issues. Rest assured, by following these steps, you’ll be able to swiftly assess Reddit server status and determine if Reddit is down.
Is Reddit Down Right Now?
This one is a little tricky, as the Reddit app (at least for Android) is working just fine for me, but there are reports of it being inaccessible in the Downdetector comments. However, as of 1:11 PM ET on Jan. 24, it seems the Reddit website is also experiencing difficulties for some.
The most recent update on the RedditStatus page from 1:02 PM ET says, “The issue has been identified, and a fix is being implemented.” So the fact that the site and app appear accessible is likely due to a fix being worked on quickly enough.
In the meantime, if you’re still experiencing issues, it seems that your best way to surf Reddit currently is just to use the app on your phone. We will continue to monitor the situation and bring you more information as things develop.
How to Check Reddit Server Status
As it is a major website, it has its own official RedditStatus site that records and reports any downtime the site has experienced in the last 90 days. This makes it a great first stop, as there is a section where you can see reports broken down by date. The Reddit Status Twitter Account is also great for a breakdown of how any fixes are progressing.
Of course, there is always Downdetector if nothing official has said a word about any issues, and you want to make sure things aren’t only happening to you.
Reddit 503 Error Explained
The 503 Error is something that exists across the internet, regardless of your browser. It simply means that a connection couldn’t be established due to an Internal Server Error. This error has nothing to do with your internet connection and is something that can only be fixed by site developers/administrators.
For now, that’s everything you need to know about how to check the server status and see if Reddit is down. If you encounter any further problems that we haven’t yet noticed, please let us know in the comments.
