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X down for hundreds: Microblogging website crashes; users unable to access accounts

February 16, 2026 at 01:39 PM
By Mint India
X down for hundreds: Microblogging website crashes; users unable to access accounts
Social media platform X faced a major outage on February 16, affecting users' ability to log in, post tweets, and refresh feeds in multiple regions, as reported by Downdetector.

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Social media platform X faced a major outage on February 16, affecting users' ability to log in, post tweets, and refresh feeds in multiple regions, as reported by Downdetector. X down for hundreds: Microblogging website crashes; users unable to access accounts. Stay informed with the latest developments and expert analysis on this important story.

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