Microsoft outage disrupts Outlook, Teams, and Microsoft 365 globally

Microsoft is experiencing a major global outage affecting Outlook, Teams, Copilot, and Microsoft 365 services, disrupting workdays for many users. The company has not provided a specific restoration timeframe, though some affected servers have reportedly returned online. Microsoft acknowledged on X that its initial fixes have not provided the anticipated relief, stating it is opening all available pathways to restore service. The outage began today, with updates posted at 4:00 p.m. and 5:09 p.m. ET confirming ongoing issues. This follows a previous Outlook outage on Aug. 31, which was fully restored within roughly 11 hours. If a similar timeline applies, service could return around 11:30 p.m. ET tonight, though the duration may vary depending on the underlying cause.