OpenAI Confirms Disruption in ChatGPT Web Interface
OpenAI reported a temporary service disruption affecting its ChatGPT web interface on Monday, April 6, 2026, with users encountering empty responses during a two-hour window. The issue, first detected at 14:10 UTC, was resolved by 16:10 UTC after the company classified it as a "minor" impact event and initiated investigations.
User Frustrations and Scope of the Issue
Social media platforms and service health monitors saw a surge in complaints as users globally reported receiving blank replies from the ChatGPT webpage. OpenAI confirmed the outage did not affect its API or mobile applications, ensuring uninterrupted access for enterprise clients and app users. The company has not yet disclosed the root cause of the disruption.
Recurring Challenges for OpenAI
This marks the second significant service interruption in 2026, following a widespread February outage that impacted millions. While OpenAI has not linked the incidents, analysts highlight growing scrutiny over the reliability of AI-driven platforms as adoption surges across industries.
