Is Vinted down? Users report issues with app and login

Users have been encountering difficulties logging into the Vinted app, with reports of issues surfacing around 3 PM, as noted by Downdetector. Many users expressed their frustrations, stating they were unable to access their profiles, sales, and orders.

The disruptions have been widespread across the UK, affecting major cities such as London, Birmingham, and Leeds. A glance at social media reveals the extent of the problem, with one user lamenting, “Can’t log in !!!!” while another shared their struggle, saying, “Can’t see any of my orders (purchased or sold); just keeps throwing up ‘there’s a problem’ message.” A third user echoed similar sentiments, stating, “Can’t login. Keeps asking for login details then nothing.”

According to Downdetector’s data, a significant portion of the reported issues—67%—pertain to the app itself, while 26% are specifically related to login problems. An additional 6% of users have reported issues with the Vinted website.

What is Downdetector?

Downdetector serves as a valuable resource for users experiencing difficulties with various online services, including X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, and Virgin Media. The platform allows individuals to report service disruptions, and it only registers an incident when the volume of reports significantly exceeds the typical rate for that time of day. As described on its website, Downdetector is “where people go when services don’t work.”


How Vinted works

Downdetector monitors a wide range of essential services, including internet providers, web hosting platforms, banks, and social media networks. Users can engage with the platform by submitting reports of any issues they encounter. The site collects problem indicators from social media and other online sources, which are then validated and analyzed in real-time. An incident is flagged when the number of reports surpasses the usual average for that service.

For those investigating a potential issue, Downdetector provides insights into the most commonly reported problems and identifies outage hotspots in specific areas. In response to the recent login troubles, Vinted has confirmed to Newsquest that it “experienced a temporary technical issue for a short period of time today,” assuring users that the matter has since been resolved.

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Is Vinted down? Users report issues with app and login