Reddit struggles in the UK as users face access issues

On the evening of September 4, Reddit users in the UK faced significant access issues with both the app and website, following a recent global outage. Reports indicated that at 10:01 PM, there were 2,365 incidents logged on Downdetector, with the majority (74%) related to the app, while 21% pertained to the website and 6% involved server connections. This situation has led to a wave of frustration among users, who took to other social media platforms, particularly X, to express their concerns and seek information about the outage. The problems arose just days after Reddit had experienced a major global outage, which had already drawn criticism from users. During that incident, Reddit's official account on X acknowledged the issues, stating that a fix was being implemented after identifying the problem. However, as of the latest reports, Reddit has not provided any official statement regarding the current access issues in the UK, leaving users in the dark about the cause and duration of the outage. The lack of communication from Reddit has exacerbated user frustration, as many have turned to alternative platforms to discuss the situation. Comments on X included inquiries about the status of Reddit, with users expressing their inability to access various communities. This incident highlights the growing reliance on social media platforms for real-time updates and the impact of outages on user engagement. As the situation unfolds, it remains uncertain how long the access issues will persist and whether Reddit will address the concerns raised by its user base. The ongoing challenges could affect user trust and engagement, prompting discussions about the platform's reliability in the future.