Is PayPal Down Right Now?
Check if PayPal (paypal.com) is down for everyone or just you. We test the site from our servers to verify real outages vs local DNS/cache issues.
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Is PayPal down for everyone or just you?
This is the question that matters most. Our checker requests paypal.com from our own servers, completely separate from your network — so the result reflects what the rest of the internet sees, not just your connection.
- If we say it's down: the outage is real and affects everyone. You'll just have to wait until PayPal fixes the issue.
- If we say it's up, but you can't load it: the problem is local to you — usually a DNS cache, a VPN, a firewall, browser cache, or your ISP. Try a different network and an incognito window.
Don't keep re-checking by hand
A one-off check only tells you about right now. Webalert checks your site every few minutes from multiple regions and alerts you by email or Slack the moment it goes down — free forever, no credit card.
Frequently asked questions
- Is PayPal down for everyone or just me?
- You can check the real-time status of PayPal above. We request paypal.com from our servers. If it's up for us but not for you, the problem is likely your local network, DNS cache, or ISP.
- How can I get alerted when PayPal goes down?
- You can set up a free uptime monitor on Webalert to check paypal.com every few minutes and alert you via email or Slack the moment it goes down.