According to Downdetector, 268 reports were received where the most reported issues were issues with upload (48%), server connection (35%), and feed (18%).
Why is X failing?
The causes of why a social network presents failures are very varied, but among some of the main ones are:
Server overload: When there is a sudden and significant increase in activity on the social network, such as during live events, popular discussions, or crisis situations, the platform may face an overload on its servers. This can lead to slow loading times or even temporary service drops.
Infrastructure issues: If the underlying systems of X, such as its server, database, or network infrastructure, experience technical problems, this can affect the availability and performance of the platform.
Software bugs: Errors in the software code can cause problems in the functionality of the social network. These bugs can arise during the development of new features, updates, or even due to small code changes.
problematic updates: Sometimes software updates can cause unexpected problems. An update that has not been properly tested or that has incompatibilities with other system components can cause platform failures.
Scheduled maintenance: X sometimes performs scheduled maintenance to update its platform and fix problems. During these periods, the platform may be temporarily offline.