An unexpected global outage has left thousands unable to access Reddit, mirroring a recent disruption experienced by Amazon Web Services (AWS). Reports indicate that over 20,000 users encountered issues with the Reddit platform across various regions.
Details of the Reddit Outage
Recent findings from DownDetector show that approximately 60% of complaints were linked to the Reddit app, 33% to the website, and about 8% related to server connectivity. The surge in user reports highlights the widespread impact of this incident.
User Complaints
- 60% of users reported issues with the Reddit app.
- 33% experienced difficulties with the website.
- 8% faced server connection problems.
In particular, around 350 users in India reported login issues through the Indian-specific segment of DownDetector. Many users have taken to social media platform X to voice their frustrations, focusing on their inability to log in successfully.
Comparison with Previous Incidents
This recent outage is not an isolated incident. On October 20, 2025, Reddit encountered a significant downtime, with reports nearing 5,000. This latest disruption has outstripped that figure, indicating a worsening situation.
Relation to AWS Outage
The downtime at Reddit coincides with ongoing issues at AWS, which has affected various cloud services. Reports reveal that the US-East-1 region in Northern Virginia accounted for 69% of problems, while the US-West-2 and US-West-1 regions reported 18% and 13%, respectively.
Challenges Faced by AWS Users
- Slow loading times.
- Errors during use.
- Failed connections.
Many developers and businesses relying on AWS services are facing significant challenges with their applications. This simultaneous disruption of both Reddit and AWS highlights the vulnerabilities in current cloud service infrastructures.
