ChatGPT and Codex Experience Massive Outages

OpenAI confirmed on September 4, 2026, that the services of ChatGPT and Codex are unavailable due to a massive outage. Users worldwide are reporting errors in nearly all main functions of ChatGPT. The issues began in the early morning hours and affect both the web application and API access. The disruptions manifest as error messages and significant delays in processing requests.

Many users have shared their experiences on social media, with reports of outages increasing over the past few hours. OpenAI has not yet released specific details regarding the causes of the outage. However, the company has announced that the issues may be related to the upcoming launch of the new model 'Astra'. This model is expected to offer enhanced features and improved performance. The exact technical details of 'Astra' are not yet known, but anticipation within the community is high.

OpenAI has asked users for patience and assured that the team is working on a swift resolution. Communication regarding the status of the services is being conducted through the company's official channels. Users are encouraged to await updates while technicians work to resolve the issues. The impact of the outage is significant, as ChatGPT and Codex are integrated into many applications and services. Companies relying on these technologies may be disrupted in their workflows due to the outages.

Particularly in areas such as customer service and content creation, the services of ChatGPT are crucial. The last major disruption of OpenAI services occurred in 2025, when a similar issue affected availability for several hours. At that time, the company was able to resolve the problems within 24 hours. Users hope that the current situation can be resolved just as quickly. OpenAI has previously emphasized that the continuous improvement of systems and the introduction of new models are part of their long-term strategy.

The launch of 'Astra' is seen as an important step in this strategy. The company plans to introduce the new features in the coming weeks, once the current issues are resolved. The community has already begun speculating about the possible features of 'Astra'. Some users expect improved language processing and expanded customization options. However, OpenAI has not released any official information regarding the exact specifications or timeline for the launch of the new model.

The situation remains tense as many users hope for a quick restoration of services. OpenAI has announced that it will provide regular updates on the progress of resolving the issues. Currently, there are no specific timelines for when the services will be fully available again. OpenAI stated in an initial response: "We are working diligently to resolve the issues and thank our users for their patience." Users are asked to follow the official channels for further information.