Users in Guwahati were among those across India who reported difficulties accessing WhatsApp Web on Friday morning (February 27). Many said they were unable to log in or sync chats with their devices, particularly iPhones.
According to outage-tracking platform Downdetector, reports began spiking around 9:00 am. The site recorded at least 16 complaints at approximately 8:54 am, with the number rising to at least 28 within the next 30 minutes, indicating the issue persisted for some time.
WhatsApp Web users in Guwahati reported login and chat-sync issues on the morning of February 27. Downdetector showed a spike in complaints around 9 am, with several iPhone users saying they were stuck on the login screen. Meta had not issued an official statement at the time of reporting.
Users in Guwahati Flag Login and Sync Problems
Several users from Guwahati took to X and other social platforms to report that WhatsApp Web was not linking properly to their devices.
Many claimed they were stuck on the login page or unable to sync chats, particularly when attempting to connect via iPhone.
One user posted, “Is WhatsApp for everyone down? Been an hour of logging in on iPhone and linked devices.” Another wrote, “Is WhatsApp Web down for iPhone users? Since morning, many are facing issues.”
iPhone Users Appear More Affected
A significant number of complaints indicated that Apple device users were experiencing the most difficulty, especially during login and device linking.
While Android users also reported occasional glitches, online reports suggested that iPhone users were more prominently affected during the morning disruption.
Impact on Work and Communication in Guwahati
In Guwahati, WhatsApp Web is widely used by businesses, educational institutions, and offices for daily communication.
Morning login disruptions can affect:
- Office coordination
- Media and newsroom communication
- School and college updates
- Business transactions and client messaging
Some users said they had to rely on mobile apps temporarily until the web version stabilised.
No Official Statement from Meta
As of the time of reporting, Meta Platforms, the parent company of WhatsApp, had not issued any official statement regarding the reported outage.
There was no confirmation on whether the disruption was limited to certain devices or part of a broader technical issue.
What Users Can Do
Users facing issues may:
- Refresh the WhatsApp Web session
- Re-link their device through the QR code
- Update the WhatsApp mobile application
- Check official WhatsApp social media channels for updates
Service appeared to gradually stabilise for some users later in the morning, though no formal clarification has been issued.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was WhatsApp Web down in Guwahati?
Several users in Guwahati reported login and syncing issues on the morning of February 27, particularly on iPhones.
Has Meta confirmed the outage?
No official statement had been issued by Meta at the time of publication.
