Amazon goes down as users are hit with error messages and app issues

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6 Mar 2026 • 4:27 AM MYT
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Thousands of Amazon users have reported widespread issues with the website, experiencing page errors and difficulties completing purchases.

Downdetector recorded over 18,000 problem reports for Amazon's site, beginning around 2:15 p.m.

Shoppers complained of various problems including checkout and payment errors, incorrect or fluctuating prices, and issues updating shipping locations.

While reports started to decline shortly after 2:20 p.m., they remained in the 15,000 range.

Amazon has not yet issued a public statement addressing the reported website issues.

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Amazon reported down as customers complain of pricing issues and problems at checkout