Instagram and Google Services Hit by Widespread Outage, Users Left in the Dark

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A coordinated outage has hit several Instagram and Google services, leaving users frustrated and without a clear explanation. According to Down Detector, issues began surfacing around 12:08 PM ET / 5:08 PM GMT, with users reporting problems with the Instagram app and website. As the situation unfolded, users took to social media platform X to express their concerns and query others about the outage. Some shared their experiences, stating they were unable to access Instagram, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheets. Data from Down Detector revealed that over 2,000 users reported issues with Google Drive alone, while 366 users experienced problems with Google services. The reasons behind the outage remain unclear, with neither Meta nor Google issuing a statement. The situation is leaving users in the dark, with many expressing frustration and concern about the necessity to complete tasks and assignments. As the situation continues to unfold, we will provide updates on any developments.