Massive Slack outage takes workplaces offline

(Update: 2/26 3:00 pm): Slack is gradually restoring service for some users following a widespread outage. The company has acknowledged the disruption on its status page, indicating that it is actively investigating the underlying cause and working to restore functionality to key features, including workflows, messaging, threads, and API integrations. Users may still encounter difficulties logging in, and Slack has promised to provide updates as they become available.


What you need to know

  • Slack is currently facing a global outage affecting workplace communications.
  • Users are experiencing challenges with logging in, messaging, and accessing various in-app features.
  • The company has confirmed issues with logins, single sign-on (SSO), and app integrations.
  • While efforts are underway to resolve the situation, no specific timeline has been provided for when full functionality will be restored.

This morning, February 26, Slack users began encountering a message stating, “We’re having trouble loading your workspace,” as the app experienced significant disruptions. The outage commenced around 10:27 a.m. Eastern Time, prompting Slack to assure users that they are diligently investigating the situation. “Thank you for your continued patience as we continue investigating. We’ll be following up with further updates as they become available,” the company stated.

This is a developing story…

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Massive Slack outage takes workplaces offline