Is OpenAI API Down Today?

Live status check for OpenAI API. See if it's operational, experiencing issues, or completely down right now.

Operational

Status

operational

Response Time

3ms

Last Checked

Just now

Programmatic access to GPT, DALL·E, Whisper and the Realtime API.

Official status page: status.openai.com

Common OpenAI API issues

  • 429 rate limit errors despite being under quota
  • Streaming responses cutting off mid-token
  • Assistants API tool calls returning empty arguments

Latest OpenAI API problems

From OpenAI API's official status feed
  • Elevated 431 Errors

    resolved

    All impacted services have now fully recovered.

    Jun 11, 2026
  • Elevated error rates for GPT 5.5 in Codex

    resolved

    All impacted services have now fully recovered.

    Jun 11, 2026
  • Disruption in service availabilty for Free and Go users

    resolved

    All impacted services have now fully recovered.

    Jun 11, 2026
  • Disruption in service availabilty for Go users

    resolved

    All impacted services have now fully recovered.

    Jun 7, 2026
  • Disruption in service availabilty for Free and Go users

    resolved

    All impacted services have now fully recovered.

    Jun 7, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

Is OpenAI API down right now?

Check the live status indicator above for the most current information on OpenAI API's availability. We monitor the service continuously and update in real time.

Why is OpenAI API not working?

OpenAI API may be experiencing server issues, scheduled maintenance, or high traffic. Common causes include infrastructure problems, DNS issues, or CDN outages. Check the status above for real-time information.

How can I fix OpenAI API problems?

Try clearing your browser cache, restarting your device, checking your internet connection, switching to a different DNS server (like 8.8.8.8 or 1.1.1.1), or using a VPN. If the issue persists, it may be on OpenAI API's end.

When will OpenAI API be back online?

Most outages resolve within minutes to a few hours. We continuously monitor OpenAI API and update the status in real time. Bookmark this page for the fastest updates during outages.

How does DownSignal check if OpenAI API is down?

DownSignal sends HTTP requests to OpenAI API's servers every 30 seconds and measures the response time. If the server responds normally, it's marked as Operational. Slow responses indicate Degraded performance, and failed requests mean the service is Down.

About OpenAI API Status Monitoring

This page provides real-time status monitoring for OpenAI API. DownSignal checks OpenAI API's availability every 30 seconds by sending HTTP requests to their servers and measuring response times. If OpenAI API responds within normal parameters, we report it as Operational. If response times exceed 3 seconds, it's marked as Degraded. If the request fails entirely or times out, the service is reported as Down.

Experiencing issues with OpenAI API? You're not alone — use the "Report issue" button above to let other users know. Common fixes include clearing your browser cache, trying a different network, disabling browser extensions, or waiting a few minutes for the service to recover. For persistent outages, check OpenAI API's official status page or social media channels for announcements.