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An hour later, Google services resumed work, including YouTube, Gmail, Google Drive, etc.
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Monday is already not considered the best day of the week, but it will also be remembered for the downfall of Google services.
What is known
Without warning YouTube, Gmail, and everyoneGoogle Drive applications, including Docs, Sheets, and Slides, are no longer available. When logging into Google services, users received messages about failures in connecting to servers or even encountered endless downloads. Considering that the work of many companies is tied to Google services, it's time for a coffee break.
According to the Mirror, 54% of YouTube userscannot access the site, 42% cannot watch the video, and another 3% cannot log into their own account. As for Gmail: 75% cannot log in, 15% cannot access the service, and another 8% do not receive emails.
In turn, the Google Maps and Google Photos applications for smartphones are still working.
The official YouTube account on Twitter said that the development team is aware of the problem and is working on a solution:
We know that many of you are currently having problems accessing YouTube - our team is aware and working on it. We will update you here as soon as we have news.
We are aware that many of you are having issues accessing YouTube right now – our team is aware and looking into it. We’ll update you here as soon as we have more news.
- TeamYouTube (@TeamYouTube) December 14, 2020