WhatsApp status: messaging issues and outage reports
Some problems detected
Users are reporting problems related to: messaging, multimedia and connection.
Full Outage Map
WhatsApp Messenger is a cross platform mobile messaging app for smart phones such as the iPhone, Android phones, Windows Mobile or Blackberry. Whatsapp allows users to send and recieve messages, photos, and other information and is considered an alternative to text messages or SMS.
Problems in the last 24 hours
The graph below depicts the number of WhatsApp reports received over the last 24 hours by time of day. When the number of reports exceeds the baseline, represented by the red line, an outage is determined.
August 15: Problems at WhatsApp
WhatsApp is having issues since 03:40 PM GMT. Are you also affected? Leave a message in the comments section!
Most Reported Problems
The following are the most recent problems reported by WhatsApp users through our website.
- Messaging (33%)
- Multimedia (17%)
- Connection (17%)
- Sign in (11%)
- Glitches (11%)
- App Crashing (8%)
- Video (3%)
Live Outage Map
The most recent WhatsApp outage reports came from the following cities:
| City | Problem Type | Report Time |
|---|---|---|
 Bamako
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Connection | 22 minutes ago |
 El Carmen
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Sign in | 2 days ago |
 Cancún
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App Crashing | 4 days ago |
 Houston
|
Sign in | 5 days ago |
 Guayaquil
|
App Crashing | 5 days ago |
 Ji Paraná
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Messaging | 5 days ago |
Full Outage Map
Community Discussion
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WhatsApp Issues Reports
Latest outage, problems and issue reports in social media:
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NIKUL GFX (@NGGFXOFFICIAL) reported@WhatsApp Hello, I’m Deep. My WhatsApp Business account has been banned. The reason mentioned is using broadcast for business marketing. I rely on WhatsApp for my business and didn’t intend to violate any rules. Please help me resolve this issue. 🙏
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Anwer Nosh (@ANosh33456) reported@WhatsApp Hello, I face bad issues with my WhatsApp account. Please help me. Solve this issue as soon as possible. Otherwise, I can't communicate on my business.07826981346
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Mr. Aayush Sharma (@mraayush11) reportedWhy older iphone getting slow after launching new one? My 14 Pro Max getting super slow after launch of 16 Series while my phone run on latest software. I also don't share files directly @WhatsApp i didn't get option there. Who will help @AppleSupport @Apple #apple #iphone
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Micheal moore🇺🇸📱 (@moore_mich67290) reported@rayflects @WhatsApp 8 years with this number. Suddenly banned. No spam. No bulk messages. No help from support but @Drezfixx on X recovered it fast.
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Francesca Moore 💉💉💉 (@francescalmoore) reportedAnyone else having issues with @WhatsApp today?
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Bhavya (@bhavyaxoxo) reported@WhatsApp your customer support is so bad.. I contacted them through chat regarding an issue but nobody solved it.. 😕
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D1g1t@l©0d3® (@edeiller) reported@WhatsApp @WhatsApp Please allow group admins to disable or delete accidental voice chats. After the first use, there’s no confirmation anymore, and it often confuses older users. This can cause real disruption. An option would really help. Thank you!
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Khaid Fahd (@KhaidFahd31699) reported@ADENFRD @WhatsApp I have same issue too but I got help from @gramfixx23 here on twitter dm him for help he will surely help you get your account fixed back
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King ☥ Richie (@King_RichieFx) reported@WhatsApp @WhatsApp yesterday I also made an ads yesterday same thing happened it's usually takes 24hr to review it now mine is different 50hrs now no way to reach you guys am about to loose my money again pls help this is totally unacceptable it's fraud 😪😪😪😪😪😪
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Bahd Mp 🙄🇺🇸 (@mrwhoseyourdadi) reported@Hassan_yahya_1 @WhatsApp This same thing just happened to me. Did you find a way to login ?
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🔥raz rahul🔥 (@_raz_rahul) reported🚨 WhatsApp Web flaw: Lock a chat named "Rahul" & set secret code as "rahul". Now search "Rahul" — 🔓 chat opens with no auth. I’m a developer — this looks like a logic flaw. Happy to share steps with @WhatsApp to help fix. #PrivacyBug #WhatsAppWeb #CyberSecurity
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Arpit (@ARPIT4150) reported@WABetaInfo @WhatsApp latest beta android update 2.25.18.16 has bug,after updating,chat themes disappeared. Please fix and release another update.
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Rajkishor Chaudhary (@Raj_ksr1) reported@WhatsApp @wa_status Hate the WhatsApp Status feature. Used to block it by denying contact access, but seems broken on iOS now. WhatsApp, before you meet Facebook’s fate, please give us an option to disable Status completely. Thanks!
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RAHUL TURKIYA (@TurkiyaRahul) reported@WhatsApp I'm using WhatsApp Business on iPhone. But no Hindi songs in status music & no payment option. Regular WhatsApp has both. Business users need these more. Please fix this. 🙏 #WhatsAppBusiness #iPhoneUser
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Lisa Stanger Stan Account 🍉🍉 (@TheDylanHeta) reportedNot @WhatsApp blocking me 5 hours out from the game bc I was making too many group chats DIVA DOWN!!!! WHATSAPP WTF
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I Know It All (@BabaTukaz) reported@WhatsApp Fix your verification issue I have been trying for hours now
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DR_MUSTY (@AdoAlmustapha) reported@whatsappforbiz You are so lazy in customer service @WhatsApp, review customer support issues carefully! Banning numbers without clear reasons hurts businesses & users. My number +234701455574 was banned for almost a month. Can you explain why? #WhatsApp #CustomerSupport "
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VANA | Energy Labs asterai.xyz (@allinonevana2) reported@WhatsApp I was texting today, replying some leads on my WhatsApp and I got the notice that my WhatsApp account is banned and can no longer use WhatsApp. Address this issue and help me continue using your app for my business. Thank you Meta. my number: +2349138132422
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mr rikooba (@MRikooba11143) reported@WhatsApp My account ([+252634675557]) was recently banned. I believe this may have been a mistake. I kindly request a review of the ban. I am happy to comply with all WhatsApp’s terms of service. Thank you for your time and assistance. Best regards, [Amiinyare]
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Paul Howell (@PaulHowell63570) reported@bdalwhab53117 @WhatsApp It's quite disappointing about how they don't care about their customers obviously why not hit up @webfixxer here on X he was the one who helped me when I had same issue
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Proud Indian (@DurFitteyMuh) reportedI’ve tried the steps provided but this issue is not resolved. I request an immediate escalation to a human support team. This is time-sensitive. @WhatsApp @GoI_MeitY @nch1915
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Malik Sarfaraz (@Chinaar90) reported@WhatsApp all of a sudden whatsapp not working on my number... kindh resolve the issue at the earliest
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Lavinia Russo (@M_Y_L_01) reported@myson44503 @WhatsApp @Irina_Tech1 can address your issue.
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Luke Morgan (@LukeMorgan94501) reported@hamraz071 @WhatsApp I was struggling with the same issues but I was told to file a report to @webfixxer here on X and it was rectified few days ago
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WhatsApp Rubbish (@esim8888) reported@finkd @WhatsApp WhatsApp in 2025: Can’t register. Can’t verify. Can’t get help. It's not a messaging app anymore — it's a dead app store icon. If Meta won’t fix it, they should bury it.
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Nitin Deshpande (@nitingdeshpande) reported@sewrie @WhatsApp Thanks. That works well if you want to send only one contact. But if you want to attach more than one, it is still an issue.
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ENGR S O (@KSOLO4SURE) reported@WhatsApp Hello there, my main Whatsapp line was blocked. How can you be of help to unlock me. As I have that Whatsapp as to converse with my business associate
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Sanaullah Gh (@ishaqsanaullah9) reported@WhatsApp So @WhatsApp does not have a team to resolve the issue of wrongfully banning people's accounts for no reason? My account got banned after whatsapp kept on pressuring me to subscribe for their verification which was too expensive for me so I didn't.
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Dove Cameron (@ElvisNnawuihe) reported@WhatsApp pls unlock my account whats the problem. +2347070266792
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DR_MUSTY (@AdoAlmustapha) reportedResole as soon as possible or I will keep on po this any where @WhatsApp, review customer support issues carefully! Banning numbers without clear reasons hurts businesses & users. My number +234701455574 was banned for almost a month. Can you explain why? #WhatsApp #CustomerSupport "