---
service: "USPS"
status: "up"
reports_last_hour: 0
reports_last_12_hours: 0
baseline_reports_per_hour: 18
checked_at: "2026-11-01T08:13:44.463Z"
url: "https://instatus.com/now/usps.com"
official_status_page: "https://about.usps.com/newsroom/service-alerts"
website: "https://www.usps.com/"
---

# Is USPS down?

No, it's up. 0 reports in the last hour.

## USPS outage FAQ

### Is USPS down right now?

No, it's up. 0 reports in the last hour.

### Is USPS down for everyone or just me?

It looks like it's just you. Reports for USPS are at their usual level, so try reloading, checking your connection, or signing out and back in.

### What problems are people reporting with USPS?

Nobody has said what's broken with USPS in the last hour. If something isn't working for you, pick it above so others can see.

### When was the last USPS outage?

Reports last spiked on Oct 29 and settled after about 6 hours.

### Does USPS have a status page?

Yes. USPS posts updates on its official status page, which currently says operational.

[Go to status page](https://about.usps.com/newsroom/service-alerts)

### What can I do if USPS isn't working?

Check this page and USPS's status page for updates, and wait a few minutes before trying again. Skip reinstalling: if it's an outage, the fix is on their side.

### How do I report a USPS problem?

Hit “I have an issue too” at the top of this page and pick what's broken. Your report shows on the live chart within a minute, and you can leave a comment to tell others what you're seeing.

### How does Instatus Now know?

We combine reports from people on this page with USPS's official status page, which we check every minute.

### What is USPS?

USPS is the national postal service of the United States, providing mail delivery and shipping services.

[Visit website](https://www.usps.com/)