Is PayPal Down Today?
Live status check for PayPal. See if it's operational, experiencing issues, or completely down right now.
OperationalStatus
operational
Response Time
49ms
Last Checked
Just now
Online payments — 430M+ active accounts.
Official status page: www.paypal-status.com
Common PayPal issues
- →Login loops with security checkpoints
- →Money on hold longer than 21 days
- →Send Money / P2P transfers timing out
Latest PayPal problems
We don't have a live incident feed for PayPal yet. Check the official status page for the latest problems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PayPal down right now?
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Check the live status indicator above for the most current information on PayPal's availability. We monitor the service continuously and update in real time.
Why is PayPal not working?
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PayPal 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 PayPal problems?
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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 PayPal's end.
When will PayPal be back online?
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Most outages resolve within minutes to a few hours. We continuously monitor PayPal and update the status in real time. Bookmark this page for the fastest updates during outages.
How does DownSignal check if PayPal is down?
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DownSignal sends HTTP requests to PayPal'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 PayPal Status Monitoring
This page provides real-time status monitoring for PayPal. DownSignal checks PayPal's availability every 30 seconds by sending HTTP requests to their servers and measuring response times. If PayPal 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 PayPal? 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 PayPal's official status page or social media channels for announcements.