Is iMessage having problems today?
Welcome to our dedicated status page for iMessage. When iMessage stops working, it can be extremely frustrating, so we built this tool to help.
Why check the iMessage server status?
When apple.com goes offline, millions of users are affected. Checking the server status saves you time troubleshooting your own router or device. If there is an active outage, the only solution is patience while the technical team resolves the infrastructure issues.
Troubleshooting iMessage
If no widespread outage is detected for iMessage, the problem might be local. Try these quick fixes:
- Power cycle your home internet equipment.
- Open an incognito or private browsing window and try accessing apple.com again.
- Turn off your VPN, Adblocker, or custom DNS settings.
- Update your mobile app or web browser to the newest release.
If there is a massive server failure, you will usually see other users complaining about it on platforms like Twitter/X immediately.
Get Real-Time Updates
For an interactive chart, user comments, and real-time downtime tracking, we highly recommend checking the official monitoring page.