Is Copilot down right now? Why is Microsoft AI tool not working, is there an outage - as issues spike on DownDetector
Issues with Microsoft Copilot have spiked on DownDetector this morning.
Most reported problems are to do with server connection, the app and its website. Issues started to be reported just after 8:30am.
Currently there are more than 150 issues reported on DownDetector. Microsoft has not issued a statement on what is causing the tool to stop working for users.
The system can be used in its own but is also integrated into the company’s other apps. Copilot is Microsoft’s artificial intelligence assistant. Copilot is integral to Microsoft 365 apps like Word, Excel, and Teams.
On its website Microsoft Copilot says: “Microsoft Copilot is your companion to inform, entertain and inspire. Get advice, feedback and straightforward answers. Try Copilot now.”
Microsoft Copilot previously suffered an outage in early December 2025. At the time the company said: "Upon an initial investigation, we've identified this issue may impact any user within the United Kingdom, or Europe, attempting to access Microsoft Copilot.
“Indications from service monitoring telemetry suggest an unexpected increase in traffic has resulted in impact. We're continuing to investigate further to determine the next steps required”.