Slack Experiences Widespread Connectivity Issues Affecting Thousands of Users
Slack, a popular messaging platform used by numerous organizations, has faced significant connectivity issues since approximately 9:30 AM EST, impacting thousands of users.
Current Status of the Outage
The company has acknowledged these issues, stating at 10:27 AM, “we are investigating reports of Slack connection or load troubles, so we’ll provide another update once we have news to share.” Users have reported problems not just with sending and receiving messages but also with loading various threads.
Company Response and Updates
In a series of communications, Slack confirmed it is actively working to rectify the issues affecting key functionalities, including:
- Sending messages
- Workflows
- Threads
- API-related features
At 11:30 AM, Slack provided assurances that they were “still working to restore functionality,” reflecting the ongoing nature of the service disruption.
By 12:30 PM, further updates indicated that the situation remains unresolved, with continued investigations into the affected Slack features. The company also noted that some users may face login difficulties during this outage.
Impact of Slack’s Services
As per Slack’s statistics, the platform supports more than 10 million daily users, including 77% of Fortune 100 companies, highlighting its significant role in professional communication.
Next Steps and Monitoring
Slack has committed to keeping users informed with timely updates as they work towards resolution. They appreciate the users’ patience during this time and are focused on restoring full functionality as swiftly as possible.