Reddit Down? Users See “Server Error” While Reddit Says Everything’s Fine

Thousands face login issues and loading failures as Reddit outage goes unacknowledged by official channels

Saurabh Chauhan 2 weeks agoLast Updated: June 9, 2025

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Reddit users are reporting a major outage showing a “server error” message. Downdetector logs a sharp spike, yet Reddit’s status page claims all systems are normal.

If you tried opening Reddit tonight and got slapped with a black screen and a “server error” message, you’re not alone. Thousands of users are suddenly locked out of the platform, with reports of downtime piling up fast — even though Reddit’s own status page still claims everything’s working just fine.

Something clearly isn’t.

No Warning, Just a Wall

The outage hit users without warning. One moment everything was normal, and the next, Reddit just wouldn’t load. Instead, the homepage displays a generic error message: “We have encountered an error. Please try again later.” That’s not just annoying — it’s unusually vague, and there’s no timestamp or explanation attached.

This kind of blackout is rare, but not unheard of. What’s surprising is the total silence from Reddit’s side. Their official status dashboard hasn’t been updated, and there’s no post on their Twitter/X support account. So if you’re stuck refreshing the page hoping for a fix — yep, same here.

Downdetector Shows a Surge

Oddly, if you check Downdetector, the site still says there are “no current problems” — but the live graph tells a different story. A sudden vertical spike around 9:30 PM IST shows user complaints soaring in just minutes. It’s the kind of jump you only see when something is genuinely breaking on a large scale.

And yet, the main message hasn’t caught up. It’s possible this is such a fresh issue that the backend hasn’t updated, or Reddit hasn’t acknowledged it yet internally.

What Might Be Causing It?

Without a formal statement, all we can do is speculate. This could be:

A server misfire during routine maintenance
A glitch caused by a botnet flood or internal update
A load balancing issue during peak traffic hours

We’ve seen this happen before, especially when Reddit makes changes behind the scenes — like when they rolled out updates to the comment system or started throttling API access.

Whatever it is, it’s not regional. Reports are coming in from India, Europe, and the US, which points to a global backend disruption rather than something tied to local ISPs or firewalls.

What You Can Try

There’s no guaranteed fix yet, but a few quick checks might help:

Clear your browser cache or try private mode
Switch to mobile data to rule out network issues
Try a third-party Reddit client (if still functional)
Hit F5… and then hit it again

Ultimately, though, this is on Reddit’s servers — there’s only so much users can do from their side.

Why This Matters

For many, Reddit isn’t just a time-killer. It’s a go-to place for advice, breaking news, niche communities, and support groups. When it goes down, it’s not just frustrating — it pulls the plug on real conversations people are relying on.

There’s also the transparency issue. When platforms this big go quiet during outages, users are left in the dark. It’s a reminder that even the most community-driven sites can sometimes drop the ball when it comes to communication.

So what’s next?

As of now, Reddit hasn’t said a word. The site’s still down for many, and outage trackers are just starting to reflect what users have been experiencing for the past hour. If you’re one of them, all you can really do is wait.

But hey, maybe this is your sign to step away from the screen for a bit. Or maybe not — maybe you’re just stuck staring at a loading wheel like the rest of us.

Let us know — would you jump ship to a Reddit alternative during outages like this, or are you sticking around no matter what?

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Saurabh Chauhan

Editor - Tech & Ai at Hindustan Herald

Saurabh Chauhan is a tech-savvy eLearning specialist with a keen focus on xAPI, SCORM, LMS, and LRS. As co-founder of SV Tech World on YouTube, he explored gadgets and digital tools. At Hindustan Herald, he now breaks down complex tech topics, making innovation accessible and relevant for curious minds.