# ChatGPT outage and resolution process

OpenAI is working to fix errors in ChatGPT.

- **Source:** [Android Authority](https://brifing.si/source/01374d39-7ab2-4795-8e0a-444a0e7b4327)
- **Published:** 2026-07-23
- **Topic:** [Data & AI](https://brifing.si/c/data-ai)
- **Original article:** <https://www.androidauthority.com/chatgpt-july-23-outage-3690900/>
- **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/25d21d76-501a-4bbb-936c-17083a5d0fba

## Issues with ChatGPT

OpenAI's ChatGPT service today reported high error rates from users. The issues affect not only ChatGPT but also Codex and OpenAI APIs. Users are experiencing slow response times and error messages.

## Scope of the outage

According to OpenAI's status page, the problems have been ongoing for several hours. The company confirmed 'elevated error rates' in its services. This situation temporarily disrupts platform stability for users worldwide.

## OpenAI's intervention

OpenAI's technical team announced they've applied mitigation fixes. The company is closely monitoring systems, with gradual recovery expected. Issues users face are projected to resolve soon.

## User reactions

On social media, many users report disrupted workflows due to ChatGPT's downtime. Particularly affected are developers with API integrations and professionals relying on ChatGPT for daily tasks.

## Alternative solutions

During the outage, users can try other AI chatbots or postpone tasks. However, OpenAI's quick response suggests normal service will resume shortly. The company is regularly updating its status page.

## Importance of AI services

This outage demonstrates how critical AI tools like ChatGPT have become in daily workflows. Companies increasingly need contingency plans for such disruptions, highlighting operational resilience importance.

## Sources covering this story

- https://www.androidauthority.com/chatgpt-july-23-outage-3690900/ — 

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