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Why WordPress Goes Down
Understanding common causes of WordPress.com outages
Server Overload
High traffic can overwhelm WordPress servers, causing slow load times or complete unavailability.
Security Incidents
DDoS attacks or security vulnerabilities may require temporary service interruption for mitigation.
Planned Maintenance
Scheduled updates and maintenance windows can cause temporary downtime, usually announced in advance.
DNS Issues
Domain name system problems can prevent access even when servers are operational.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about WordPress outages
Why is WordPress.com down?
WordPress.com can experience downtime for various reasons including server maintenance, traffic spikes, DDoS attacks, infrastructure issues, or software updates. Automattic (the company behind WordPress.com) typically resolves issues quickly and posts updates on their status page.
How long do WordPress outages usually last?
Most WordPress.com outages are resolved within minutes to a few hours. Major outages are rare but can take longer. You can check the Automattic status page for real-time updates and estimated resolution times.
Is my WordPress.com site affected?
If WordPress.com is showing as down or degraded, your site hosted on WordPress.com may be affected. Self-hosted WordPress sites (wordpress.org) are not affected by WordPress.com outages as they run on your own server.
What's the difference between WordPress.com and WordPress.org?
WordPress.com is a hosted platform managed by Automattic where they handle servers and maintenance. WordPress.org is the open-source software you can install on your own hosting. This page monitors WordPress.com status only.
How can I avoid WordPress downtime?
Consider using a modern development platform like Capacity that deploys to reliable cloud infrastructure with automatic scaling, CDN distribution, and 99.9% uptime guarantees. Unlike WordPress, Capacity apps are built for performance from the ground up.
What should I do when WordPress is down?
First, verify the outage isn't on your end (check your internet connection). Then wait for Automattic to resolve the issue - they typically restore service quickly. For business-critical sites, consider migrating to a more reliable platform.
Can I get notified when WordPress goes down?
You can subscribe to the Automattic status page for email or RSS notifications. Third-party monitoring services like UptimeRobot or Pingdom can also alert you to downtime on your specific site.
Is there a WordPress alternative that doesn't go down?
While no platform has 100% uptime, modern platforms like Capacity offer significantly better reliability. Capacity deploys to global CDN infrastructure with automatic failover, resulting in faster load times and higher availability than traditional WordPress hosting.