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Site Status at 2025-08-27 16:25 UTC
fandom.com was UP over the last 24 h and no outages.
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30-Day Uptime History for fandom.com
50% uptime, 1 incident including one on Aug 2.
Is fandom.com Down for Everyone or Just Me?
No user reports in last 7 days.
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Why Websites Go Down: A Technical Guide
Common Causes of Website Outages
When fandom.com appears to be down, the issue could stem from several technical factors:
DNS Issues
Domain Name System (DNS) problems are among the most common causes of website inaccessibility. When DNS servers fail to resolve fandom.com to its correct IP address, users can't reach the site even if the server is running perfectly. This often happens during DNS propagation after changes or when DNS providers experience outages.
CDN Failures
Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) like Cloudflare, Akamai, or AWS CloudFront distribute website content globally. If the CDN serving fandom.com experiences issues, users worldwide may be unable to access the site, even though the origin server remains functional. CDN outages can affect millions of users simultaneously.
SSL Certificate Problems
Expired or misconfigured SSL certificates can make fandom.com appear down to users. Modern browsers block access to sites with invalid certificates, displaying security warnings that prevent normal browsing. Certificate issues often occur during renewal periods or after server configuration changes.
Scheduled Maintenance
Website owners occasionally take fandom.com offline for planned maintenance, updates, or migrations. While these outages are typically brief and announced in advance, they can still cause confusion for users who aren't aware of the maintenance schedule.
Understanding HTTP Response Codes
When monitoring fandom.com, we track various HTTP response codes that indicate the server's status:
200 OK
The server is functioning normally. fandom.com is up and responding correctly to requests. This is the ideal status code indicating everything is working as expected.
503 Service Unavailable
The server is temporarily unable to handle requests. This often indicates that fandom.com is experiencing high traffic, undergoing maintenance, or has a temporary technical issue. The server is running but cannot process requests properly.
404 Not Found
The requested page doesn't exist on fandom.com. While the server is running, the specific resource you're trying to access isn't available. This could indicate a broken link or removed content.
Connection Timeout
The server doesn't respond within the expected timeframe. This suggests fandom.com might be overloaded, experiencing network issues, or completely down. Timeouts are common during DDoS attacks or server failures.
Step-by-Step Troubleshooting Guide
If you're having trouble accessing fandom.com, follow these troubleshooting steps:
Step 1: Check Your Internet Connection
First, verify that your internet connection is working. Try accessing other websites like google.com or facebook.com. If other sites work, the issue is likely with fandom.com specifically.
Step 2: Clear Browser Cache and Cookies
Your browser might be using cached data that's causing issues. Clear your browser's cache and cookies, then try accessing fandom.com again. This often resolves display or loading problems.
Step 3: Try a Different Browser
Browser-specific issues can sometimes cause problems. Try accessing fandom.com using a different browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge) to see if the issue persists.
Step 4: Check DNS Settings
Try changing your DNS servers to Google's (8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4) or Cloudflare's (1.1.1.1 and 1.0.0.1). DNS issues can prevent access to specific websites even when your internet connection is working.
Step 5: Use a Mobile Network
If you're on WiFi, try switching to mobile data (or vice versa). Network-specific issues can sometimes affect access to certain websites.
Step 6: Check Social Media
Visit fandom.com's social media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, etc.) to see if they've announced any maintenance or issues. Many companies post updates about outages on their social channels.
Recent Incident Analysis
Latest Incident: August 2, 2025
On August 2, 2025, fandom.com experienced a complete outage that affected 1 out of 1 monitoring checks.
What Happened:
- Duration: Complete outage detected
- Impact: 100% of checks failed
- Response: No successful responses during incident
Lessons Learned:
This incident highlights the importance of robust monitoring and quick response times. Website outages can occur due to various factors including server issues, network problems, or external dependencies. Regular monitoring helps identify and resolve issues quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions About Fandom Status
Is fandom.com down right now?
fandom.com is currently LIVE and working properly. Our latest check shows a response code of 200 with an IP address of 199.232.212.194. The website is accessible to all users.
How can I tell if Fandom is working properly?
When fandom.com is working correctly, you'll see a green "LIVE" status with a response code of 200. Our tool also captures a screenshot of the homepage to verify it's loading properly.
What should I do if Fandom won't load?
If fandom.com won't load, first check our status tool to see if others are experiencing issues. Try refreshing your browser, clearing cache, or accessing from a different device or network.
Why is fandom.com slow or not responding?
fandom.com is responding slowly with a 3.74 second response time. This is significantly slower than optimal (under 1 second). The slowness could indicate server overload, network congestion, or resource limitations.
How often is Fandom status updated?
We monitor fandom.com continuously and update status information in real-time. Each check includes response time, status codes, and fresh screenshots to ensure accuracy.