Starlink Satellite Internet Outage: Millions Affected Across 140 Countries
Starlink internet service suffered a global outage, leaving millions without connectivity in 140+ countries. Here's what happened and what users can do.
Ankush Pandey
Starlink internet service suffered a global outage, leaving millions without connectivity in 140+ countries. Here's what happened and what users can do.
Rare outages have been observed in Starlink's satellite internet service. The shutdown of Elon Musk's satellite internet service has caused problems for millions of users in 140 countries around the world.
Starlink Down: The server of Elon Musk's satellite-based internet service Starlink went down early today, due to which internet service was disrupted in 140 countries around the world.
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This rare global outage has been seen in Starlink. Generally, outages are not seen in satellite-based internet service. Due to satellite connectivity, internet service is provided without any interruption, so that users can enjoy internet service in case of an emergency.
According to a Reuters report, satellite-based internet service has been disrupted due to a problem with the internal software.
Due to software failure, thousands of users' device routers went offline, and connectivity was lost. This is a rare outage seen in this powerful satellite internet system of Elon Musk.
Many users in the US and Europe reported problems with satellite internet service at around 12:30 am Indian time. According to Downdetector, a website that tracks internet services, more than 61,000 users reported problems with Starlink's service.
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Why Starlink Is So Important
Starlink has become a lifeline for millions, especially in areas where traditional broadband is unavailable. It currently has over 2 million active users and operates more than 6,000 satellites in low Earth orbit. The service is crucial for:
- Remote workers
- Students in rural areas
- Emergency services
- Travelers and maritime users
This unexpected blackout highlighted how dependent some users have become on satellite internet and the importance of robust global connectivity.
What Can Users Do?
- While waiting for service to resume, users can:
- Reboot their Starlink router
- Check the Starlink app for updates
- Visit support.starlink.com for official notices
- Use a temporary backup like mobile data if possible
Final Thoughts
This major Starlink outage has raised concerns about the reliability of satellite-based internet services. As demand for global connectivity increases, ensuring uptime, security, and resilience is more important than ever. Millions hope Starlink will take steps to prevent such outages in the future.
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