On Friday, a significant disruption struck WhatsApp and Messenger, two of Meta’s flagship communication platforms, leaving millions of users around the globe unable to send or receive messages. The outage also hampered voice and video calls, creating a ripple effect of frustration among users who rely on these services for both personal and professional communication.
Reports flooding in on X (formerly Twitter) and the outage-tracking website DownDetector indicate that the issues are extensive, impacting both mobile and desktop versions of the applications. Users are finding themselves in a communication void, unable to connect with friends, family, or colleagues, and some have even encountered difficulties logging into their accounts entirely.
Mobile and desktop outage: WhatsApp and Messenger disrupted
From the web interface to smartphone apps, both messaging services have become largely inaccessible. This latest outage echoes a similar incident that occurred on December 11, 2024, when Meta publicly acknowledged technical problems affecting its platforms. As users await updates, the situation highlights the critical role these messaging services play in daily communication.
