Facebook bug automatically logging out some users
A widespread glitch within Meta’s social media giant, Facebook, has left users frustrated as they find themselves automatically logged out of their accounts. The issue emerged at approximately 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday Facebook bug automatically logging out some users, triggering error messages across desktops, laptops, and the Facebook app for phones and tablets. Even attempts to reset passwords resulted in a frustrating login loop. The problem extends to Facebook Messenger, impacting users’ ability to connect with friends and followers.
User Frustrations: Social media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter), witnessed a surge of complaints from users who shared their experiences of being unexpectedly logged out of Facebook. The widespread nature of the issue became evident as over 44,000 reports flooded the website Down Detector within a 30-minute period, starting at 10 a.m. Eastern Time.
User Reactions: Twitter was flooded with users expressing their frustration and seeking confirmation from others who experienced similar problems. Tweets like “Is it just me or Facebook logged me out?” and “Did everyone else just get kicked out of their @Facebook accounts?” became prevalent, highlighting the widespread impact of the bug.
Ongoing Developments: The situation remains fluid, with no clear explanation for the glitch provided by Meta. The login page instructs users to reset passwords, but this action exacerbates the problem by trapping users in a login loop. The extent of the outage is continuously monitored, and updates will be provided as the situation unfolds.