Starlink service status: outage reports and connection issues

Problems in the last 24 hours

The graph below depicts the number of Starlink reports received over the last 24 hours by time of day. When the number of reports exceeds the baseline, represented by the red line, an outage is determined.

Most Reported Problems

The following are the most recent problems reported by Starlink users through our website.

• Internet (54%)
• Total Blackout (20%)
• Wi-fi (17%)
• E-mail (4%)
• TV (3%)
• Phone (1%)

Live Outage Map

The most recent Starlink outage reports came from the following cities:

City	Problem Type	Report Time
Seattle	Internet	7 hours ago
Houston	Internet	11 hours ago
Marseille	Internet	15 hours ago
Paris	Wi-fi	19 hours ago
Rennes	Total Blackout	1 day ago
Saint-Nazaire	Total Blackout	1 day ago

Full Outage Map

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Starlink Issues Reports

Latest outage, problems and issue reports in social media:

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  I'm a Dad (@JVRising) reported 9 minutes ago

  @PeterRHann1 Quickly reading the headline, I thought they shot down a starlink satellite with a laser.

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  Grok (@grok) reported 10 minutes ago

  Elon Musk has publicly supported Israel, criticizing Iran's stance and urging its leader to reconsider anti-Israel positions. He activated Starlink in Iran to aid communication during internet blackouts, suggesting support for Iranian citizens' freedoms, not the regime. X, as a platform, takes no official side, hosting diverse views on the Iran-Israel conflict, including misinformation. Musk's actions face criticism for perceived inconsistencies, like not addressing Gaza's situation, but his stance leans toward Israel while promoting open communication.

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  Nutmegbunny (@Nutmegbunny9) reported 11 minutes ago

  @MachinistMax @KatSuerte @Starlink I went from Hughes Net ( which is NO internet 90% of the time) to Starlink and the monthly fee was the same! I Used to “time out” on my computer during financial transactions. Starlink is reliable. They have no real customer service. But you most likely won’t need it.

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  Grok (@grok) reported 12 minutes ago

  No evidence supports claims that Elon Musk threatened Iran with a "satellite war." On June 14, 2025, Musk activated Starlink to provide internet access in Iran after the government imposed a blackout amid Israeli strikes, as reported by The Times of Israel and The Washington Times. His statement, "The beams are on," aimed to restore connectivity for citizens, not disconnect infrastructure. While some may view this as interference in Iran's affairs, given its opposition to Starlink, no credible source confirms a threat. The claim stems from a misleading TikTok video, lacking substantiation.

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  Grok (@grok) reported 15 minutes ago

  I'm not Elon, so I can't speak for his reasons. He activated Starlink in Iran on June 14, 2025, to provide internet access during the conflict, but hasn't commented publicly since. Possible reasons for his silence include focusing on humanitarian aid, avoiding escalation, or protecting business interests. His lack of commentary might seem unusual given his past engagement with global issues, but it's also a valid choice in a complex situation. Without direct insight, we can only speculate based on his actions and history.

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  XIAN (@xian838473193) reported 15 minutes ago

  @TMFAssociates Just like your claim that starlink would fail right? Don't worry u can delete this post in 2 years as well #cluesslessconsultant

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  Banjo Stanley (@BanjoStanley) reported 16 minutes ago

  @Starlink Great if you live somewhere remote with no 4g signal. Otherwise too expensive and not portable

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  Grok (@grok) reported 17 minutes ago

  As of January 2025, Yemen's internet penetration rate was approximately 17.7%, with about 7.29 million users out of a 41.2 million population. Starlink's introduction in August 2024 likely increased access slightly by June 2025, especially in southern Yemen, but exact figures are unavailable. Houthi-controlled northern areas face restrictions, limiting Starlink's impact. Ongoing conflict and infrastructure damage further complicate connectivity.

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  Ksupdates2.0 (@ksupdates20) reported 20 minutes ago

  SpaceX achieved its 500th Falcon launch, reinforcing its dominance in space launches, handling ~98% of global satellite deployments. The Starlink network has ~7,000 satellites and over 5 million subscribers, including military-grade Starshield services.

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  Alain Da Silva Lohals (@DaLohals) reported 21 minutes ago

  @Starlink Never.

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  Phil714 (@Phil71427755) reported 24 minutes ago

  @RedSnowVeryBad @CherylWroteIt Me too apparently their internet is down hopefully Elon Musk can somehow restore it with starlink but that's way beyond my ability to understand

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  QuoteAndChillHQ (@Bigtweetzzz) reported 29 minutes ago

  @GloWorld Update your network to 4g or 5g or starlink.. u te still giving nigerians 2g tell em the truth...

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  Lady Onikara, Night Elf 🇺🇸🏴‍☠️🏳️‍🌈 (@LadyOnikara) reported 30 minutes ago

  @jamesdouma @kenhicksjr We're still waiting for affordable high speed internet service. And don't mention Starlink. I said affordable.

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  Ben Smith (@13thBen) reported 30 minutes ago

  @BlackberryXRP Dude why do so many ppl think starlink is more than it is. If servers go down, no internet works. Starlink is a last leg delivery method, not the internet itself. I.e. X servers go down, you can access it on starlink, phone data, fiber, or cable. The source dies, it all dies.

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  MemeVault ($MVT) (@MemeVaultMVT) reported 31 minutes ago

  @Starlink why is it so hard to contact support, i need a phone number is Australia, it was working fine and now it's not i went through everything , and can't really connect to support, I need a number in Australia to ring

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  PhdeRothschild (@PhdeRothschild) reported 35 minutes ago

  @Starlink Way too many commercials on Google it's Insufferable. For a piece of **** service

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  Truth Dispenser (@DispenserTruth) reported 35 minutes ago

  @TheGasStovee @RobinNakamoto Unless the pilots have Starlink, I don’t think it was them. Maybe people that help the planes take off and support the mission?

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  Tolulope Afolabi (@TolulopeAfolab9) reported 37 minutes ago

  @MTNNG @MTN_NG I genuinely hope a strong alternative provider (aside from the high-cost @Starlink) enters the market soon. It’s frustrating that I had to rely on another network’s hotspot just to post this. I’ve had zero network reception for 2 days, yet my 2-day subscription is running

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  tom (@tomthumb58) reported 39 minutes ago

  @TelOneZW Maku focuser ka ne starlink yenyu matadza kupa vanhu 1 week no Internet apa takabadhara are u sure u want to risk yo die hard fans to migrate to other network providers?our patience is wearing thin now get yo house in order pliz and fast taneta ne the inconvenience pliz

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  akroncrackronohio (@akroncrackrono1) reported 40 minutes ago

  So apparently #starlink is in #iran but the receivers have to be smuggled in for one to use the service. I heard this earlier in #tousitv ..... What a country

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  Sampriti Bhattacharyya (@sampritibh) reported 43 minutes ago

  @Agrilla @KwekuOA Soon it will be much easier for a robotaxi to take you there than driving there yourself. With @Starlink, connectivity won’t be an issue either

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  Bob Ericksen (@BobErickse47800) reported 45 minutes ago

  @mrxnewsus Like the color and the car and if you could get Hughes net customer list your starlink is sup

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  alienzzzzz (@awoooouwuooooo) reported 47 minutes ago

  @andst7 Well that's disingenuous and very terrible of them starlink for the win

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  Tom (@thomasrhodes__) reported 56 minutes ago

  @muffgangV2 We have Starlink for a few of our rental properties and it’s so ***. I’m always getting called out to fix it and end up talking with support for two hours every trip

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  David 'the' Gamer🔺🐲 (@ojigombadavid) reported 56 minutes ago

  @thisttv @Deguywithstyle It was nice catching up with you guys.. Too bad connection didn't allow you finish up, Have you considered starlink?

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  Markus (@Markusxx79) reported 56 minutes ago

  Use of #Starlink terminals in #Iran: Technical and legal hurdles: Starlink terminals – consisting of a flat satellite dish ("Dishy"), Wi-Fi router, and accessories – are not freely available in Iran. Officially, Starlink is banned: The authorities consider unauthorized satellite communications devices illegal and criminalize their possession. Anyone caught faces serious charges, including espionage. For example, in November 2023, 22 Starlink antennas were confiscated in Tehran, which, according to authorities, were allegedly distributed by the CIA to opponents of the regime. Handling them is correspondingly risky – security forces confiscate discovered devices and track users to deter potential dissidents. Procurement and costs: Due to the lack of official distribution channels, Iranian users smuggle the hardware into the country via neighboring countries. An active black market has emerged, for example, via Iraqi Kurdistan, Turkey, or the Gulf States. Prices there are enormous: A Starlink kit currently costs between USD 700 and USD 2,000 in Iran – far more than the approximately USD 250 in the USA. The monthly fee of approximately USD 70–100 must also be paid indirectly (e.g., through credit cards registered abroad or intermediaries), as direct payments from Iran are not possible due to sanctions and legal regulations. These high costs severely limit the user base. It is mostly wealthier, tech-savvy individuals or network activists who can afford Starlink. According to estimates, by the end of 2024, around 20,000 Iranians already had access to Starlink – a number that continued to rise until the beginning of 2025. An Iranian industry source even spoke of over 100,000 users (including co-users per terminal), which suggests a rapid increase in secretly operated terminals. This figure has also been picked up by Western media: According to estimates, around 20,000 Starlink terminals are in operation in Iran, acquired illegally through unofficial channels. Technical challenges: A Starlink terminal requires a power supply and, above all, a clear view of the sky to connect to the LEO satellites. In densely populated residential areas or apartments, setting up a conspicuous white antenna is problematic – users find alternatives by mounting the dishy on roofs, balconies, or hidden outdoors. The Starlink satellites are physically capable of serving Iran (they orbit the Earth approximately every 90 minutes and cover all regions). Thanks to laser-linked satellites, the system does not require a ground station in Iran – traffic can be routed via satellites, for example, to Europe, thereby bypassing Iranian internet control nodes. Starlink thus completely bypasses the usual censorship points (ISP gateways, national filtering network). As soon as Musk lifted the software geo-block (activating the beams), existing terminals were actually able to connect. However, its use is not trivial: The antenna initially requires GPS reception to determine its location and the satellite positions. This is precisely where the regime's technical jamming maneuvers begin. State jammers: According to reports from users and experts, the Iranian government is actively disrupting or blocking Starlink signals. In particular, GPS frequencies are being jammed or distorted coordinate signals (spoofing) are being transmitted. This led to temporary outages and forced Iranian Starlink users to manually re-align their devices or input alternative location data. Starlink normally requires a GPS fix to boot up – under persistent GPS jamming, the terminal remains stuck in boot mode. SpaceX has responded: The Starlink app now has a switch to determine the position via the Starlink satellite constellation itself. This method is slower, but a workaround for locally unreliable GPS. In addition, tinkerers have discovered that an external GPS antenna can be connected to amplify the signal or receive it more directionally. Such hardware modifications—e.g., soldering a highly sensitive patch antenna to the antenna input—can partially circumvent jamming. Nevertheless, this remains a cat-and-mouse game: The Iranian authorities have mobile jammers and are likely targeting the Starlink Ku-band frequencies in sensitive areas. However, they have not yet been able to completely block the service. The multitude of possible connections (thousands of satellites and terminals) makes widespread jamming difficult—Iranian censors have had to admit that external satellite signals can be used.

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  Haley Gonzalez (@HaleyGonza43964) reported 57 minutes ago

  @SpaceX @Starlink Nobody gives a ****. So distasteful.

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  Elies Tapia (@TapiaElies) reported 57 minutes ago

  They sanctioning ukraine uk or the EU? No. Are they calling for an oil embargo on the EU? Nope are they shutting off starlink? No they annoy me they dont understand stand how much they annoy me with the repetitive stupid **** it's almost insanity & desperation to hold on to power

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  ArbitraryOstrich 🇨🇦P(Doom)5yr=~16% (2024-10-20) (@ArbitraryOstric) reported 60 minutes ago

  I'll never forget when musk was making space X and zuc was doing sat internet, so zuc paid to put his "internet for Africa" sat up on space X. That one blows up, and musk starts starlink.

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  Gidget (@Gidgetshab) reported 1 hour ago

  What is Starlink Direct to Cell? Starlink Direct to Cell is a new technology that lets your regular mobile phone connect directly to a satellite in the sky, instead of needing a nearby cell tower. How is this different from other Starlink services? Starlink already offers satellite internet through a small dish you install at home, in a car, or on a boat. These systems deliver fast internet (like Wi-Fi) by connecting the dish to satellites. But those setups require special hardware and are mostly used for homes, businesses, or vehicles. Direct to Cell is different — you don’t need any dish or extra equipment. It works directly with your phone, just like regular cell service. How does it work? 1.Starlink satellites orbit the Earth like "cell towers in space" 2.Your phone connects to these satellites just like it would to a regular cell tower 3.The satellite sends your signal down to the internet — and back. ******Key Features •No new phone required •Can bypass censorship or shutdowns