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AppWizard

June 14, 2026

Facebook and Messenger hit by global outage

On June 12, users globally experienced significant disruptions on Facebook and Messenger starting around 7:45 PM Bangladesh time. Desktop users received an error message, while mobile app users faced frozen pages. Many were logged out of Messenger and saw an "Unable to log in" message. Initially, WhatsApp and Instagram appeared operational, but later reports indicated disruptions on Instagram and Threads, with the web version of WhatsApp also down for some users. Outage monitoring platforms Downdetector and Is It Down Right Now became inaccessible due to high traffic. By 8:18 PM, some users reported regained access to Facebook and Messenger, although issues persisted. Services for Facebook began restoring around 8:19 PM, with peak outage reports at 7:49 PM totaling 2,738 complaints. In the U.S., peak reports reached 113,843 at 7:55 PM. By the end of the evening, most services, including Facebook, Messenger, and WhatsApp, were accessible again, though sporadic issues remained for some users.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Breaking: Sporadic Issues Reported with Facebook and Messenger

On June 12, 2026, users of Facebook and Messenger reported intermittent access issues, including difficulties logging in, loading feeds, and messaging. Outage monitoring platforms noted minor spikes in user reports, but Meta has not confirmed significant outages. The problems appear localized to various regions. Suggested solutions for users include refreshing or restarting the app or browser, switching between Wi-Fi and mobile data, clearing the cache, and ensuring apps are updated. Users can check Downdetector for real-time updates.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Meta services hit by global outage; Facebook, Instagram, Messenger users report access issues

Meta's platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and WhatsApp, faced significant service disruptions on Friday, starting around 7 PM IST, affecting users globally. Thousands reported issues like failed logins, "session expired" notifications, app malfunctions, and account lockouts. Facebook Ads Manager also experienced challenges. The disruptions were noted by outage-tracking website Downdetector, which recorded a surge in complaints, especially from India and the United States. During the peak in the U.S., Facebook had over 109,000 user reports. Meta's business systems dashboard indicated disruptions in Facebook Ads Manager, Messenger API, and the WhatsApp Business Platform. A spokesperson acknowledged the issues and stated that recovery efforts were underway, although the cause of the outage was not disclosed. Signs of recovery were observed as reports of disruptions began to decline, though some users still faced issues.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

Facebook and Messenger hit by global outage

On June 12, users worldwide experienced disruptions on Facebook and Messenger starting around 7:45 PM Bangladesh time. Desktop users received an error message, while mobile app users faced issues with loaded pages. Users attempting to log into Messenger encountered unexpected logouts and an "Unable to log in" notification. Initially, WhatsApp and Instagram seemed unaffected, but later reports indicated that they also faced disruptions. Outage monitoring platforms like Downdetector experienced accessibility issues due to the influx of users seeking updates. By 8:18 PM, some users regained access to Facebook and Messenger, although issues persisted. Recovery signs started around 8:19 PM, with the peak of reported outages at 7:49 PM, logging 2,738 complaints. In the U.S., the peak reached 113,843 reports at approximately 7:55 PM. As the night continued, users reported improved access to Facebook, Messenger, WhatsApp, and Instagram, though sporadic issues remained.

AppWizard

June 13, 2026

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Users globally faced challenges accessing Facebook and Instagram due to a widespread technical failure affecting millions. Disruptions were also reported with Messenger and WhatsApp. Meta's business status tracker identified significant issues with Facebook's advertising network. Outage monitoring tools noted an increase in user complaints, indicating the scale of the disruption. Common symptoms included lag and issues loading new Stories on social media, and problems connecting to Facebook and Messenger. The cause of the outage is unclear, and there is no timeline for service restoration. Downdetector indicated possible issues with WhatsApp as well.

AppWizard

June 12, 2026

Meta outage affecting Facebook, Instagram and Messenger, according to user reports

Users across multiple countries experienced difficulties accessing Meta platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger on Friday morning. Reports indicated widespread disruptions characterized by login failures, unexpected logouts, error messages, and incomplete page loads. Issues were reported from the United States, the Philippines, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia. The outage-tracking website IsDown noted a surge in user-reported issues by 9:42 a.m., classifying it as an outage, while Meta had not publicly acknowledged the extent of the disruption at that time. It is unclear if all of Meta's services, which also include WhatsApp and Threads, were affected by the outage.

AppWizard

June 12, 2026

Is Facebook down? What is a Facebook query error? Meta status

On June 12, many users faced difficulties accessing Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger, with reports starting around 10 a.m. Downdetector indicated nearly 85,000 users were affected, peaking at approximately 123,000 reports at 9:48 a.m. Around 3,000 users also reported problems with Instagram, and Messenger users encountered a 404 error. Some Facebook users experienced a query error due to the platform's inability to retrieve data from Meta's servers. Meta acknowledged "high disruptions," particularly with Facebook Ads Manager, and stated that their engineering teams are working on resolving the issues, though there is no timeline for full restoration.

AppWizard

June 12, 2026

Facebook, Instagram and Messenger suffer widespread outage

Users globally experienced significant disruptions on Facebook, Instagram, and Facebook Messenger on Friday, with over 80,000 reports related to Facebook logged by approximately 10:15 a.m. Eastern Time, as per Downdetector. The issues affected all three platforms, indicating a broader disruption within Meta's ecosystem. The specific cause of the disruption is unclear, and Meta has acknowledged the situation, with a representative stating they are working on resolving the issues.

Winsage

June 7, 2026

Microsoft is bringing 10 new features to Windows 11’s taskbar and Start menu

Microsoft is planning to introduce several new features and improvements to the Windows 11 taskbar and Start menu in response to user feedback. Users will soon have the ability to reposition the taskbar to the top, left, or right of the screen, with options for icon alignment. A new “Show smaller taskbar buttons” toggle will reduce the physical height of the taskbar, providing more screen space. These features are currently available in the Insider Experimental channel and are expected to roll out to all PCs soon. The Widgets board will also see changes, with the MSN feed being disabled by default and the “Open on hover” behavior eliminated. In the Start menu, users will gain section-level toggles to hide or show the Pinned, Recent, and All Apps sections. The Start menu can be resized to either Small or Large, and a new privacy mode will hide account names and profile pictures. The “Recommended” section will be renamed to “Recent,” and improvements will be made to file relevancy. Additionally, the Start menu will transition to a new modular engine, enhancing responsiveness and addressing previous criticisms regarding performance.

AppWizard

June 3, 2026

Is Halifax down? Users report issues with bank app and login

Bank account holders have faced significant disruptions with the Halifax banking app, starting around 11 AM. Users reported issues accessing their accounts from various locations across the UK, including London, Birmingham, Leeds, and Liverpool. Downdetector indicated that 67% of users experienced problems with the app, 13% had login issues, and 10% faced difficulties with fund transfers. The Halifax app acknowledged the technical problems, advising customers that they may be logged out and suggesting they try logging in again later. User reports of issues began surfacing at 6:32 AM EDT.