Is Descript down?
Descript's official status page still reports all systems operational, but our independent checks are failing (Endpoint unreachable (connection failed or timed out)). This often happens in the first minutes of an incident, before the status page updates — treat as unconfirmed degradation.
Crowd signal — your reports, not our automated checks.
How we know
We combine independent signals into one verdict. Here's what each source is reporting right now.
- ✓Official status pageAll Systems Operational
- ✕Independent checkEndpoint unreachable (connection failed or timed out)
Performance
●Measuring…Is it slower than its own normal? A status page won't tell you — we measure it.
Still measuring this service's typical response time.
Check from your location
We test from our server; your browser tests from where you are. Two vantage points beat one.
Recent incidents
No recent incidents reported on Descript's official status page. Historical incident tracking begins once our database is live — for now, see the official status page.
Frequently asked
Is Descript down right now?+
Right now, Descript appears to be degraded — some users may see errors or slowness. Descript's official status page still reports all systems operational, but our independent checks are failing (Endpoint unreachable (connection failed or timed out)). This often happens in the first minutes of an incident, before the status page updates — treat as unconfirmed degradation.
How can I tell if it's Descript or my own connection?+
AIDownCheck runs an independent reachability check from our own servers, separate from Descript's official status page. If our check passes but you still can't connect, the problem is more likely local — try a different network, clear your cookies, disable VPN/extensions, or use a different browser. If our check is failing too, it's more likely Descript's side.
Why is Descript slow or not working?+
Common causes are an upstream provider incident, API rate limits during peak demand, a regional CDN issue, or maintenance. Descript is currently degraded. We show the official status, our independent check, and a confidence level so you can see which signals point to a real problem.
What can I use while Descript is down?+
Good alternatives include ElevenLabs, Runway. We track their live status too, so you can switch to one that's currently operational.
Where is Descript's official status page?+
Descript's official status page is at https://status.descript.com. AIDownCheck reads it automatically and combines it with our own checks — so you get the answer without juggling tabs.
Latest from Descript
No recent status updates from Descript. When something happens it usually surfaces here — and on their X first.
Capabilities
25 componentsEvery published part of Descript is operational. Outages are usually partial; this is which part.
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Uptime & history
Tracking since Jun 22, 2026% of our checks that found Descriptfully operational. Longer windows fill in as data accrues — we never show uptime we haven't measured.
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AIDownCheck is not affiliated with Descript. Status combines Descript's official status page with independent checks.