Reports from multiple countries suggest that users trying to open Facebook through popular web browsers such as Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Firefox are facing error messages or blank pages.
Many users say they encounter messages like “Something went wrong” or find that Facebook.com simply does not load on their screens.
Interestingly, the issue appears to affect Windows computer users more frequently, while others are having a different experience.
Facebook Mobile App and Mac Computers Working Normally
While desktop browser users struggle, Facebook’s mobile application continues to work smoothly for most people.
Users on smartphones are able to:
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Scroll through their news feeds
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Send and receive messages
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Post updates and stories
Additionally, many Apple Mac users report that Facebook’s web version is opening without any problem on macOS devices.
This difference suggests the issue may be related to specific browser compatibility or server connections, rather than a complete outage.
Instagram Also Showing Similar Problems
Several users have reported that Instagram’s web version is experiencing similar difficulties at the same time.
Since both Facebook and Instagram are owned by Meta, the situation points toward a possible shared technical fault within Meta’s systems.
Spike in Reports on Downdetector
Outage-tracking website Downdetector has recorded a sudden increase in complaints related to Facebook’s web service.
Most of the reports indicate:
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Website not loading
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Login failures
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Error messages on desktop browsers
This confirms that the issue is widespread and global, not limited to a single country or region.
Meta Has Not Issued Any Official Statement Yet
So far, Meta has not released an official explanation regarding the cause of the problem.
Users are waiting for confirmation on whether the disruption is due to server maintenance, a software bug, or another technical issue.
What Users Can Try Right Now
Until Meta resolves the problem, users can try these temporary solutions:
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Use the Facebook mobile app
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Clear browser cache and cookies
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Try opening Facebook in a different browser
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Restart the computer and router
These steps may help some users regain access.
When Will Facebook Web Be Fully Restored?
There is currently no confirmed timeline for when the web version will return to normal for all users.
However, based on past incidents, such issues are usually fixed within a few hours once Meta identifies the root cause.
Final Thoughts
The Facebook browser outage is another reminder of how dependent millions of people are on social media platforms for communication and news. Users are advised to stay patient and rely on the mobile app until an official update is released.
