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Is Slack down right now? Live status and outage tracker

No, Slack is up.

No widespread outage detected. 1 user report in the last hour is within the normal range.

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User reports, last 24 hours

3 reports in total, counted in 15-minute windows

  • Normal
  • Elevated
  • Outage
  • Usual level
In the past 24 hours we logged 3 user reports for Slack. Counting only the 15-minute windows with a spike big enough to count as an outage, that comes to 100.00% uptime for the day. The busiest 15-minute window had 1 report, about 23 hours ago. That stays below our outage threshold, so it doesn't count as downtime.
Reports, last hour
1
None the hour before
Uptime, 24 h
100.00%
No outage windows
Last outage
None
In the last 24 hours
Busiest 15 minutes
1
1 report, 23 h ago
Last 24 hours

Slack outages and problems

In the past 24 hours we logged 3 user reports for Slack. Counting only the 15-minute windows with a spike big enough to count as an outage, that comes to 100.00% uptime for the day.

The busiest 15-minute window had 1 report, about 23 hours ago. That stays below our outage threshold, so it doesn't count as downtime.

No problems detected in the last 24 hoursReports for Slack stayed at their usual level the whole time.
Last 30 days

Slack problem spikes, last 30 days

Since 5 October, Slack had no outage spikes or periods of elevated reports.

A spike is a sharp rise in problem reports from users in Switzerland, kept exactly as this page showed it at the time. This history starts on 5 October 2026, when our archive began. Monthly reports for all services

Troubleshooting

How to fix Slack not working

Slack is up on our end, so if it won't work for you, the problem is most likely on your side. Work through these in order:

  1. Check Slack's live status first

    Slack currently reports operational, with 100.00% uptime over the past 24 hours and 3 outage reports. That gives a quick answer to searches for is Slack down and is Slack down right now, while the Slack server status shows when the last outage happened, more than 24 hours ago.

  2. Refresh the Slack app session

    If Slack not working today is the problem, quit the desktop app, clear its cache, reopen it, and sign in again; browser users should reload the workspace tab after clearing its site data. Check is Slack working from another device before changing local settings.

  3. Check your network and DNS

    For a Slack down detector result that points to your connection, test another site and switch networks; if both fail, restart your router. If Slack outage today 2026 reports keep rising, check Slack network status before changing DNS settings, since a wider failure will affect multiple connections.

Your device

Fix Slack on Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone

Slack on Windows

Fix
Clear the Slack desktop app cache by going to Help > Troubleshooting > Clear Cache and Restart. If you are using the web version, try clearing your browser's cookies and temporary files.
Check
Check if the Slack Windows app displays a 'Connecting...' banner at the top of the window. You can also visit the official Slack Status page to see if there is a known service outage.
Command Prompt
ping slack.comTest whether Slack's servers reply
nslookup slack.comCheck that Slack's DNS resolves
tracert slack.comTrace where the connection drops
ipconfig /flushdnsClear the DNS cache, then reload

Slack on Mac

Fix
Force quit the Slack app by pressing Option-Command-Esc, then relaunch it. If the issue persists, clear the app cache from the Help menu or temporarily disable any active VPNs.
Check
Look for a persistent loading spinner or connection error message within the Slack Mac app. Alternatively, try accessing Slack through Safari or Chrome to rule out a desktop client issue.
Terminal
ping -c 4 slack.comTest whether Slack's servers reply
nslookup slack.comCheck that Slack's DNS resolves
traceroute slack.comTrace where the connection drops
sudo dscacheutil -flushcache; sudo killall -HUP mDNSResponderFlush the macOS DNS cache, then reload

Slack on Android

Fix
Go to Settings > Apps > Slack > Storage and tap 'Clear Cache'. If Slack still won't load, check the Google Play Store to ensure you have the latest version of the app installed.
Check
Open the Slack app and see if you receive a 'Connecting' notification at the top of your chat list. You can also test if Slack works on mobile data instead of Wi-Fi to rule out local network issues.

Slack on iPhone and iPad

Fix
Force close the Slack app by swiping up from the bottom of your screen and sliding the app preview away, then reopen it. If that fails, delete and reinstall Slack from the App Store.
Check
Check if Slack shows a 'Connecting' spinner at the top of your channel list on your iPhone or iPad. You can also check if other internet-reliant apps are functioning normally on your device.
About

What happens when Slack goes down

Slack is a workplace messaging service, so reliable access keeps team conversations and file sharing moving. If you searched "is Slack down" or "is Slack down right now", this page checks live reports and Slack's current status.

Slack downtime can stop messages from sending and leave channels or calls stuck loading, which can delay work across a team. Over the past 24 hours, Slack has recorded 100.00% uptime and 3 outage reports.

Questions

Slack FAQ

Is Slack down right now?
Our live page currently lists Slack as operational. It records 3 outage reports during the last 24 hours, while the 24-hour uptime reading is 100.00%. The last recorded outage was more than 24 hours ago. A high report count can point to a wider problem, while a small burst often affects a limited group or region.

What is the Slack server status?
Slack server status currently reads operational on our tracker, based on reports sent by people checking the service. The Slack network status view shows the recent report volume and the time since the last outage, which helps separate a broad service problem from an isolated login or connection issue. Check the page again after a few minutes if your workspace still will not load.

Why is Slack not working today?
Slack not working today can result from a service outage, a failed login, or a problem with your connection. If you searched for Slack outage today 2026, compare your symptoms with the live reports shown above. A local browser problem can affect you while Slack remains available for other people. Try Slack in a private browser window and compare it with the app before treating the issue as a wider outage.

How do I check if Slack is down?
Use this page as a Slack down detector and check the current report count, uptime, and status value. Search for is Slack down or is Slack working, then compare those results with the crowd-sourced reports here. If reports stay low, test Slack in a private browser window and check the app, since the fault may sit with your session or connection. If reports rise quickly, Slack has a wider service problem that may need time to clear.

How we track Slack

The status on this page comes from user-submitted problem reports for Slack, counted in 15-minute windows over the last 24 hours. Each window is compared with the normal level for Slack, so a few complaints on a quiet day don't trigger anything, but a sudden jump well above normal does.

When reports climb well above normal, the status here changes to partial outage or major outage and the chart moves with it. This is separate from Slack's official status page: user reports tend to show a problem early, while the official page confirms the cause. If the two disagree, check both.

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