TikTok Down: Millions Affected by Widespread Outage

TikTok Experiences Widespread Outage Millions of users reported issues accessing the popular social media platform TikTok on May 15, 2025. The outage, which began around 8 PM EST, affected users across the United States and other regions. The cause of the outage is still under investigation. One TikTok user, Carlos Eduardo Espina, captured the event on video, stating: "TikTok se cayó, mi gente! La aplicación actualmente no está funcionando." Espina's video quickly gained traction, highlighting the widespread frustration among users unable to access the platform. While the exact duration of the outage is uncertain, reports suggest service was restored within a few hours. The incident underscores the reliance millions have on social media and the impact of even temporary service disruptions.