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OpenAI confirms ChatGPT is down as logins and signups fail

ChatGPT users worldwide are unable to log in or create new accounts due to an outage.

By · Published August 22, 2026  10:02 UTC · Updated August 23, 2026  22:27 UTC

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OpenAI acknowledged a temporary outage affecting ChatGPT, preventing users from logging in or creating new accounts. The disruption also impacted related services and APIs.

Epilogue added 55d ago, after coverage quieted.

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 7 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 7 distinct news outlets with 7 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 5.
  • Primary Driver: ChatGPT users worldwide are unable to log in or create new accounts due to an outage.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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OpenAI has confirmed that ChatGPT is experiencing a widespread outage. The issue is preventing users from logging into their accounts or signing up for new ones. The outage also affects the web browser and Codex.

The outage is not limited to ChatGPT. According to Forbes and Cyber Daily, OpenAI's APIs are also impacted. The Sunday Guardian and 9to5Mac note that the problem extends to both web and mobile applications.

The cause of the outage is not yet specified. The extent of the disruption is also unclear. The Asbury Park Press and BleepingComputer have not yet provided details on the duration or the specific services affected.

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What is the current status of ChatGPT?

ChatGPT is down, with users experiencing issues logging in or creating new accounts.

Which services are affected by the outage?

The outage impacts ChatGPT, OpenAI's APIs, and the web browser and Codex. Users are experiencing issues on both web and mobile applications.

Has OpenAI provided any information on the cause of the outage?

OpenAI has confirmed the outage but has not yet specified the cause.

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