AI chatbot service unavailable: Hundreds of users report failure to access ChatGPT
There's a major hiccup with ChatGPT!
Tech lovers worldwide were left hanging as OpenAI's highly anticipated AI chatbot, ChatGPT, suffered a sudden global outage on June 10, 2025. Thousands of users in the US, nearly 1,500 in the UK, and over 300 in India found themselves unable to access the service through the app or website[1].
Error messages like "A network error occurred" greeted users' prompts, but it's unclear if this issue affected all users or just specific regions[2]. OpenAI, in a bid to quell the chaos, posted on its status page acknowledging the outage and mentioned ongoing investigations[3].
The tech world's reliance on AI chatbots was laid bare as ChatGPT crumbled under the weight of demand, underscoring its impressive capabilities to deal with hefty traffic. This isn't the first time that the AI-powered chatbot has tripped up. Previously, users have reported multiple instances of ChatGPT malfunctions[4].
Bracing the inconvenience like champions, frustrated users took to X (formerly Twitter), sharing photos of error messages and joking about the outage. Memes, videos, and opinions flew, trolling ChatGPT for its unanticipated downtime. "#ChatGPTdown" became a popular hashtag, echoing users' bewilderment and comical takes on the situation.
Himani Jha, a tech news writer at our platform, has a five-year history of contributing to leading publications such as Times Network, Gadgets 360, and Hindustan Times Tech. In her spare time, she delves into gourmet cuisine, discovers hidden gems in the local café scene, and reads classic literature.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ChatGPT
- https://www.downdetector.com/status/openaia
- https://status.openai.com/
- http://www.gizmodo.com/2025/04/chatgpt-outage-explored-causes-and-consequences.html
- https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2025/6/10/22450544/openai-chatgpt-api-outage-june-10-2025-status
Smartphone screens worldwide illuminated funny memes and videos as users vented their frustrations about ChatGPT's outage, highlighting the extensive influence of technology on daily life. In the midst of this chaos, many turned to their smartphones, demonstrating the crucial role they play in accessing and engaging with advanced technology.
