How do I use the is my website down? (status checker)?
- Enter the website address.
- Press Check website.
- If it is down, follow the advice or contact your hosting provider.
Is my website down? (status checker): frequently asked questions
Is the site down for everyone or just me?
If our check says it is up but you cannot open it, the problem is likely your network, DNS cache or browser.
What does HTTP 500 mean?
A server error: the site is reachable but the application crashed. Check your hosting error logs.
What does HTTP 503 mean?
Service unavailable — often maintenance mode or an overloaded server.
What is a good response time?
Under about 800 ms for the server to answer is good; under 200 ms is excellent.
Why does it say 403?
Some firewalls block automated checkers. The site may still work in a browser.
Where is the check made from?
From our own server, so response times from your location may differ slightly.
Can I get alerts when my site goes down?
Yes — our hosting and maintenance plans include 24/7 uptime monitoring with alerts.
Does it follow redirects?
Yes, and it shows the final URL.
Why do results differ from another checker?
DNS and web responses are cached for their TTL and may differ by location. Our checks use Cloudflare’s 1.1.1.1 resolver.
Is the is my website down? (status checker) free?
Yes. It is free with no sign-up and no usage limits for normal use.