If your YouTube home page is not loading, showing a blank screen, or failing to display recommended videos — you’re not alone.
Thousands of users across different countries are currently reporting issues with YouTube’s homepage, subscriptions feed, and Shorts section.
Let’s break down what’s happening and what you can do.
📉 Is YouTube Down?
According to outage tracking platforms like Downdetector, there has been a sudden spike in reports from users experiencing:
- YouTube homepage not loading
- Recommended videos missing
- Subscriptions tab not working
- YouTube Shorts not displaying
- App stuck on loading screen
This suggests the issue is likely a widespread service outage, not just a problem with your device or internet connection.
🌍 Where Is the Issue Happening?
Users from multiple regions — including the US, UK, and India — have reported similar problems.
In some cases:
- Direct video links still work
- Search functionality may partially work
- Only the homepage feed is affected
This indicates a backend feed or recommendation system issue rather than a full YouTube shutdown.
🔧 What You Can Try While Waiting
If YouTube is not loading for you, try these quick fixes:
1️⃣ Refresh the Page
Press Ctrl + F5 (Windows) or Cmd + Shift + R (Mac) for a hard refresh.
2️⃣ Restart the App or Browser
Close YouTube completely and reopen it.
3️⃣ Clear Cache & Cookies
Sometimes stored cache can cause loading conflicts.
4️⃣ Try Another Device
Open YouTube on another browser or your mobile device to confirm if it’s account-specific.
5️⃣ Check Internet Connection
Switch between WiFi and mobile data to rule out network issues.
⏳ When Will YouTube Be Fixed?
Large platforms like YouTube typically resolve outages within a few hours once identified.
If this is a global issue, engineers usually deploy a fix quickly. Keep checking official social media accounts or outage tracking websites for updates.
💡 Final Thoughts
If your YouTube homepage is not loading today, it’s most likely due to a temporary outage rather than a problem on your end.
The best solution?
Wait a little while and try again later.
📢 Are You Facing This Issue?
Comment below:
- What error are you seeing?
- Which country are you accessing from?
- Is the app or website affected?
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