Microsoft Working to Resolve Widespread Outlook.com Login Issue
Microsoft is currently addressing a widespread issue affecting Outlook.com users. The problem began on October 1, 2025, preventing users from logging in or accessing their emails via the web interface. The company has been providing regular updates and working to resolve the issue.
Microsoft first acknowledged the problem early in the morning and began investigating. By 10:27 AM (GMT+5:30), they started applying targeted restarts to the affected infrastructure. By 1:07 PM (GMT+5:30), Microsoft reported observing improvements in service availability following these restarts.
As of 2:33 PM (GMT+5:30), the team is continuing to see steady improvements. Microsoft's support team has been working diligently to resolve the issue, providing regular updates on the service health status page. The company is also monitoring the situation closely to prevent any recurrence and ensure all systems are fully operational.
Microsoft noted that the backlog of messages is progressing as expected, suggesting that email delivery delays are being resolved. The company has not yet provided an estimated time for full resolution, but users are advised to keep an eye on the service health status page for the latest updates.
Microsoft is actively working to resolve the widespread issue affecting Outlook.com users. While improvements have been observed, the problem is not yet fully resolved. Users are advised to stay informed through Microsoft's service health status page. The company is committed to preventing any recurrence and ensuring all systems are fully operational.
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