Is Tumblr Down? Live status & outage reports

Service info and troubleshooting

Site won't load or opens blank

If the page just spins or shows nothing, start with the basics: clear your browser cache and cookies, then reload. On mobile, force-close the Tumblr app and reopen it. If that doesn't help, try a different browser or switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data — sometimes the issue is on the network side, not the platform.

Images and GIFs won't load

This one usually comes down to a slow or unstable connection. Check your internet speed: if it's below 5 Mbps, heavy media will struggle. In the app, go to Settings and disable data saver mode if it's on — it aggressively limits media loading. On desktop, browser extensions like ad blockers sometimes interfere with content delivery; try disabling them temporarily.

Login errors and account access issues

If you're getting an incorrect password message but you're sure it's right, reset it through the email link. Make sure cookies are enabled — the site relies on them to keep sessions active. Two-factor authentication timing out is another common culprit; sync your device clock to automatic time if codes aren't working.

Dashboard or interface freezing

Usually a browser memory issue. Too many open tabs or an outdated browser version can cause the dashboard to hang. Update your browser, or try disabling hardware acceleration in settings. In the app, clearing the cache from your phone's app settings often fixes sluggish behavior.

Posts and messages not sending

• Check your internet connection first — even a brief drop will fail a submission
• If you're hitting the post limit (250 posts per day), new posts will silently fail
• Drafts that won't save are often a session issue — log out, log back in, and try again
• For messages, make sure the recipient hasn't restricted who can contact them

Video playback not working

Embedded videos on Tumblr depend on third-party players. If a video won't play, check if autoplay is blocked in your browser settings. On iOS, some video formats don't play inline — tapping the full-screen icon usually forces them to load. If the issue is widespread across posts, the CDN may be having a rough moment; waiting 10–15 minutes and retrying is usually enough.