Meta-owned WhatsApp and Instagram experienced a widespread outage that affected users globally, beginning around 11:45 pm IST on Wednesday. During the disruption, users attempting to access the apps or the WhatsApp web browser version encountered error messages indicating that the services were unavailable.

However, the services have since been restored, bringing relief to users who rely on these platforms for communication and social interaction.

In a statement issued by WhatsApp, the company acknowledged the issues and assured users that they were working to resolve them promptly. “We know some people are experiencing issues right now,” the statement read, “we’re working on getting things back to 100% for everyone as quickly as possible.”

Meanwhile, on Instagram, users encountered difficulties in refreshing their feeds or viewing the latest Stories, adding to the frustration caused by the outage.

The outage was not limited to a specific region, as reports poured in from users across the globe, highlighting the widespread nature of the disruption. Down detector, a website that tracks web outages, recorded a significant increase in reports of issues related to WhatsApp and Instagram during the outage period.

This incident marks the second time this year that Meta-owned platforms have faced such a widespread outage. In March, Instagram, Facebook, and Threads experienced similar disruptions, leaving many users unable to access their accounts.

During the March outage, users reported being abruptly logged out of their accounts, with some unable to log back in or retrieve two-factor authentication codes to complete the login process. The issues affected both the app and the website, compounding the frustration for users attempting to use the platforms for various purposes.

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The recurrence of such outages raises questions about the reliability and resilience of these widely used communication and social media platforms. As more people rely on these services for work, communication, and entertainment, any disruption can have significant implications for individuals and businesses alike.

In response to the outages, some users have expressed concerns about the centralized control of these platforms by Meta, formerly known as Facebook. The company’s dominance in the social media landscape means that any disruption to its services can impact millions of users worldwide, underscoring the need for alternative platforms and decentralized communication networks.

Despite the inconvenience caused by the outage, many users have welcomed the swift restoration of services and hope that measures will be put in place to prevent similar incidents in the future. As reliance on digital communication continues to grow, ensuring the stability and reliability of these platforms remains a priority for both users and service providers.