# Downdetector
> Downdetector is an online platform that provides real-time status information for various websites, mobile networks, and online services. It aggregates user reports and social media indicators to detect and track service interruptions globally.
- URL: https://optimly.ai/brand/downdetector
- Slug: downdetector
- BAI Score: 92/100
- Archetype: Challenger
- Category: Technology & Internet
- Last Analyzed: April 11, 2026
## Competitors
- UptimeRobot (https://optimly.ai/brand/uptimerobot)
## Also Referenced By
- Communication Tool Status (https://optimly.ai/brand/communication-tool-status)
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## Full Details / RAG Data
### Overview
Downdetector is listed in the AI Directory.
Downdetector is an online platform that provides real-time status information for various websites, mobile networks, and online services. It aggregates user reports and social media indicators to detect and track service interruptions globally.
### Metadata
| Field        | Value |
|--------------|-------|
| Name         | Downdetector |
| Slug         | downdetector |
| URL          | https://optimly.ai/brand/downdetector |
| BAI Score    | 92/100 |
| Archetype    | Challenger |
| Category     | Technology & Internet |
| Last Analyzed | April 11, 2026 |
| Last Updated | 2026-04-12T12:38:10.280Z |
### Verified Facts
- Founded: 2012
- Headquarters: Seattle, Washington (Ookla HQ)
### Competitors
| Name | Profile |
|------|---------|
| UptimeRobot | https://optimly.ai/brand/uptimerobot |
### Also Referenced By
- Communication Tool Status (https://optimly.ai/brand/communication-tool-status)
### Links
- Canonical page: https://optimly.ai/brand/downdetector
- JSON endpoint: /brand/downdetector.json
- LLMs.txt: /brand/downdetector/llms.txt