Are Facebook and Instagram not working for you? A sharp increase in outage reports on DownDetector.com indicates that numerous users are experiencing unexpected logouts, unable to log back into their accounts on both platforms, affecting both the mobile apps and desktop sites.

The exact cause of these interruptions is yet to be determined. Challenges with resetting passwords and issues related to two-factor authentication logins are among the common problems reported by users.

The downtime has sparked concerns among businesses that rely on Facebook and Instagram for their advertising efforts, highlighting how crucial these platforms are for worldwide communication. In light of these issues, many users are flocking to other social networks to share their grievances and look for the latest information, propelling #FacebookDown and #InstagramDown to trend widely.

Facebook and Instagram have not yet announced when they anticipate a return to full functionality, but they are advising users to monitor their official updates for any news.