Is Imgur down? Here's how to check.
When Imgur will not load, images 404, or uploads keep failing, first find out whether it is Imgur or you. Quick check: open imgur.com in a private window, try the app AND the website, and look at an outage tracker like Downdetector. If it really is down, it usually recovers within hours. Need to share an image right now? Upload it here free, no account needed.
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Check It Fast
Try imgur.com in a private window, test both app and site, and check Downdetector. If all fail, it is a real outage.
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Frequently asked questions
Why is Imgur down or not loading?
Imgur is a huge site, so full outages are rare but real: server problems, DDoS mitigation, or maintenance. More often the app misbehaves while the website works, or a specific image was removed. Checking both the app and imgur.com tells you which case you are in.
How do I check if Imgur is down for everyone or just me?
Open imgur.com in a private/incognito window, try a different network (mobile data vs wifi), and search Imgur on Downdetector. If it loads for others but not you, it may be a regional block or a DNS issue on your side.
Why do my Imgur uploads keep failing?
During partial outages uploads are usually the first thing to break. Oversized files, unsupported formats, or app glitches cause the same symptom. If uploads keep failing and you need a link now, SAVEDLY takes images with no account and no size limit.
What can I use while Imgur is down?
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Did Imgur remove my image, or is it the outage?
If the site is up but your link 404s, the image was likely removed: Imgur purges old unattached uploads and rule-breaking content. An outage returns errors on everything, not just one image. For images you control, keeping a second host like SAVEDLY avoids losing the link.