Gmail status: access issues and outage reports
Problems detected
Users are reporting problems related to: errors, website down and sign in.
Gmail is a free, advertising-supported email service developed by Google. Users can access Gmail on the web and through the mobile apps for Android and iOS, as well as through third-party programs that synchronize email content through POP or IMAP protocols.
Problems in the last 24 hours
The graph below depicts the number of Gmail reports received over the last 24 hours by time of day. When the number of reports exceeds the baseline, represented by the red line, an outage is determined.
April 13: Problems at Gmail
Gmail is having issues since 06:00 PM AEST. Are you also affected? Leave a message in the comments section!
Most Reported Problems
The following are the most recent problems reported by Gmail users through our website.
- Errors (36%)
- Website Down (35%)
- Sign in (29%)
Live Outage Map
The most recent Gmail outage reports came from the following cities:
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Errors | 19 hours ago |
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Community Discussion
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Gmail Issues Reports
Latest outage, problems and issue reports in social media:
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Rilei 🎸🎼/💫 (@Ichikasirius) reportedcant join the server because somehow I can’t add my new phone number to my gmail which links to discord and there are some people who would have the same problems too, not everyone can join a server easily like your guys
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Junaidu Sadiq (@junaidu_sa580) reported@wali12342325579 @SidraBankNews Try login in with Gmail, it will login
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Raphael Rimmer (@rim49858) reportedA few days ago I entered my Gmail into a Discord bot for a Minecraft PvP tier test. Then someone invited me to “tier test community” server. Right after joining, my account was hacked.
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Vijay Mishra (@vjmishra1277) reported@Ashish1Nanda Is there any problem with kotat neo website... unable to open account... after mobile verification, gmail verification is not proceeding, even though got the otp on gmail but unable to enter it..
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"$XAGE (@AderibigbeBade1) reported@Cyber012123 @Mariya1762933 Open another Gmail account Nd collect the same wallet to claim again,was facing the same problem before too
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TECH Against The Odds 👽 (@TECHED9298501) reportedGreat thing about no accountability, is just that. @gmail. Sent 2nd message today about same issue. I get, no response quickly but, days pass and no' we received and are looking into'. No response. 🤔I don't want any self-absorbed reply.
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Jonny Ra (@jonnyra_) reported@steipete Hey Peter, I'm hitting a Gmail watcher issue on Open Claw 2026.4.10. The agent receives events but can't reply ("reply target not found"'), and the watcher keeps restarting on the same port causing bind conflicts.
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LeaderOfTomorrow (@Okpeaboje) reported@Horluwa26133032 @nysc360 Try to login using the Gmail and password you submitted and see what happens, you should also proceed to a cafe too.
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fરauz (@0xfrauzzz) reported@ofc_the_club Use different gmail fam if its not working
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iro ୨୧ (@iroholics) reportedCan't log into my discord account now bc and gmail both decided to gang up on me & won't let me log into discord without checking my email for a email that a CANT SEE because SOMEONE BROKE MY PHONE and email doesn't trust this new device so it wants me to log into my BROKEN PHONE
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Habibu Abdullahi (@HabeebGMB) reportedHello "@Google_AR @Gmail My account has been hacked and the hacker enabled 2FA Authenticator and backup codes. I have lost access and the recovery flow is not working. Please help!"
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Grok (@grok) reported@princepandey_ @callmeMaharani @amitkilhor Gmail (and your whole Google account) shares 15GB free storage across Gmail, Drive, and Photos. Deleting emails sends them to Trash—they still eat space for ~30 days until you empty Trash (and Spam). Even then, quota updates can lag hours/days. Biggest fix: Check Drive/Photos for forgotten large files/backups. Delete those permanently too. If still stuck, buy Google One storage or use a different email.
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Eagle✨ (@ea__g__le) reported@leodey4uu Tell her that a friend login his Gmail account on your android phone then you came across her contact when scrolling through
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RK Kandasamy (@RKandasamy89871) reported@Suyanalavaathi Create a new gmail account ~ login Youtube with that new id ~ Get free trial ~ Cancel before billing date ~ Enjoy premium for one month ~ remove account ~ create new ~ repeatuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu
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Rob Herman (@rwherman) reported@vtdogs8_jc @JetBlue I’ve had the same issue. I had customer service change it to a Gmail address and it came right through. Something isn’t right when going to customer domain names.
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Amuda Abbas Oluwadamilola (@aa_damilola) reportedYOU ARE NOT BAD AT EMAILS, NO ONE TAUGHT YOU HOW THEY WORK. If you are a young graduate, this situation may feel familiar. You want to send an email. You open your Gmail inbox and see words like CC, BCC, and subject line. You pause because you are not sure what to do. This is normal. Email writing is an important career skill. But many people were never taught how emails work or how to write them well. Most people learn by guessing, copying others, or making mistakes. This is why sending a simple email can feel stressful. Once you understand the basics, it becomes much easier. A professional email is not complicated. It is a short and clear message with one main purpose. It respects the reader’s time and shows that you are serious and organised. Emails are not essays and they are not casual chats. They sit somewhere in between, and that balance is what many people struggle with. Before writing good emails, you need to understand a few basic terms. The subject line tells the reader why you are writing. It should be clear and specific. A subject like “Hello” says nothing, while “Application for Graduate Internship” tells the reader exactly what to expect. CC means Carbon Copy. It is used to include other people who should see the email, and everyone included can see each other. CC should only be used when necessary. BCC means Blind Carbon Copy. People in BCC receive the email without seeing other recipients. This is useful when sending one message to many people, but it should never be used to hide information unfairly. Reply sends your response to one person, while Reply All sends it to everyone on the email. Always pause and check before clicking Reply All, because many mistakes happen there. Most professional emails follow a simple structure, even if people do not notice it. You begin with a polite greeting, using the person’s name if you know it. This can be as simple as “Dear Mr Adewale” or “Hello Amina.” Your opening sentence should state your purpose immediately. Do not delay or add unnecessary background. A sentence like “I am writing to apply for the communication officer role” is clear and respectful. The main message comes next. This is where you explain your reason for writing in short paragraphs, using simple language and only relevant details. You then end with a closing sentence that shows what you expect next, such as “I look forward to hearing from you.” Finally, you sign off politely and include your full name, using phrases like “Kind regards” or “Best wishes.” Many young graduates worry about sounding professional, but professionalism is not about big grammar or complex words. It is about clarity and respect. Avoid slang, emojis, and jokes. Use simple English and keep a calm tone. Clear writing always sounds professional, even when the language is basic. There are also common mistakes that make emails look careless. Sending an email without a subject line, writing everything in one long paragraph, ignoring spelling errors, or using overly informal language can weaken your message. These mistakes are easy to fix if you take a moment to read your email before sending it. Some basic rules help a lot. Always be clear about why you are writing. Use polite greetings and proofread your message. Do not write in capital letters, because it looks like shouting. Do not send emotional emails when you are upset. And do not overuse CC and BCC. Emails leave records, so it is important to write with care. Learning how to write emails matters more than many people realise. Emails affect job applications, internships, and professional relationships. They often create first impressions before you ever meet someone. One clear email can open doors, while one careless email can quietly close them. If this guide helped you, many others need it too. Email writing is a hidden career skill that is rarely taught but deeply important.
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Julius Bintu (@JuliusBintu) reportedUpdating Google Maps is a collective effort between business owners, the general public, and Google. By suggesting edits or reporting errors, you help maintain map accuracy. If you have a Google/Gmail account, you should consider becoming a Google Local Guide today! @googlemaps
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Created by God, Forgiven by Christ #THATSALLINEED (@donrull) reported@Google @gmail would you please fix your Android app so that the content of emails is visible?
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AU__Tweetz (@AuTweetz) reported@YouTubeTV @gmail got a new phone and can’t sign in. Infuriating, why in the world would I need to access my old phone. Make it make sense
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diksha|Fullforce|Tabi💢 .bit 🎮,🟢🦙🌶️❖,❖ (@Sonu1850277) reported@linera_io First of all you customize your point system and the rest of the story is that on Linera Markets website, the person who logs in with Gmail gets an RPC error, I don't know what kind of joke is this. @linera_io
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Malik Ahsan (@fr_ahsanmalik) reported@gmail @youico Hi I’m having an issue with Gmail 2-step verification. I’m entering the correct authenticator code, but it keeps saying “wrong code.” Backup codes also aren’t working or not showing. Everything seems fine on my side. Please help.
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ADEYEYE IDOWU PATRICK (@idowu_patrick) reported@LinkedIn please I can login to my account using my Gmail to login since I format my phone
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Bytesize Data Solutions (@Bytesize_DS) reportedSent an email and instantly regretted it? Set up Undo Send first, then use it when needed. In Gmail on a computer: 1) Open Gmail. 2) Click the gear icon. 3) Click See all settings. 4) Under General, find Undo Send. 5) Set send cancellation period to 30 seconds. 6) Scroll down and click Save Changes. After that, every time you send an email, watch the bottom left for Undo and tap it quickly. Outlook recall can work in some company setups, but it is not guaranteed. #EmailTips #WorkEmail #InboxManagement
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A.C. Cargill - Author (100% Human Writing/Design) (@AcCargill) reportedI've been getting such scam emails. Then I had Earthlink block all emails from Gmail. Problem solved.
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kikki (@cumeateeeeeeHhh) reported@Owlizabeth @sta_rrynightsky I have to admit you have a good point but we also have to wait for glitch to confirm the other countries,we have still like two months and thanks to the demand and gmail I hope it’s possible (also they need money for the other shows)
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Saidul (@saidul_dev) reported2. Delete entire categories in bulk Gmail automatically categorizes emails. Use this to delete quickly: - Search: category:promotions (promotional emails) - Search: category:social (notifications from Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.) - Search: category:updates (receipts, confirmations) - Check the box → select all conversations that match this search - Delete everything at once These categories can accumulate over years, and most can be deleted without any issues.
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khalid Sulaw (@KhalidSulaw) reported@TeamYouTube I know the password for my account and the email address as well. However, some time ago I added a recovery phone number and then removed it from the account. Now I’m trying to sign in again, and I think it is sending a recovery code to the Gmail account
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Prashant Kumar Hs (@hs_heartbeat) reported@lyft Dear Team, I have raised small request that is just to update my new mobile number in existing account as I am unable login due to not receiving the verification code to my Gmail. For this your team is taking ages.
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$ultan (@this22wealth) reported@ambaposh The funniest thing you get a gmail saying something about not withdrawing from deposit acct smh ppl don’t read and calm down, they just want to come online and criticize
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Will Jones (@willgdjones) reportedThen it hunted down 60 receipts from three different sources: - 11 PDF invoices from Gmail attachments - 12 receipt photos from Apple Photos (queried the SQLite DB, exported via AppleScript, visually read each image) - 17 HTML email receipts converted to PDF - 6 local invoice PDFs