All Sites/Ghost

Ghost

ghost.org

OperationalLast checked: 49m ago
Response Time25ms
7-Day Uptime100%
30-Day Uptime100%
Incidents (recent)0

7-Day Uptime History

7 days agoNow

About Ghost

Ghost is an open-source publishing platform built specifically for professional writers, journalists, and newsletter creators. Unlike general-purpose CMS tools, Ghost is laser-focused on content and memberships, with built-in paid subscriptions and email newsletters. It powers publications like The Browser, 404 Media, and thousands of independent creators.

Founded2013
CategoryCMS
ScaleThousands of professional publications

Common Reasons Ghost Goes Down

Even the most reliable services experience downtime. Here are the most common reasons Ghost may be unavailable:

  • Site builder rendering engine failures after platform updates
  • CDN edge node issues causing published sites to load slowly or fail
  • Database overload during peak publishing hours
  • SSL certificate provisioning failures for custom domains
  • Template and theme rendering errors after version upgrades
  • Media storage backend failures blocking image and file uploads

When Ghost experiences issues, our monitoring detects it within minutes. Subscribe above to get notified instantly.

What to Do When Ghost Is Down

1
Check the official status page

Visit Ghost's status page for official updates from their engineering team.

2
Confirm it is not just you

This page shows real monitoring data. If Ghost appears operational here but is not working for you, the issue may be local to your network, browser, or ISP.

3
Try basic troubleshooting

Clear your browser cache, try a different browser, switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data, or use a VPN to bypass potential regional blocks.

4
Try alternative services

While waiting for Ghost to recover, consider using WordPress.com, or Webflow.

5
Subscribe for recovery alerts

Use the subscribe form above to get an email the moment Ghost comes back online. No need to keep refreshing this page.

How Ghost Downtime Affects You

When Ghost goes offline, the effects ripple across businesses and users who depend on it:

  • Websites built on the platform go offline for their visitors.
  • Content teams cannot publish time-sensitive blog posts or landing pages.
  • Ecommerce stores on the platform lose sales during checkout failures.
  • Scheduled content updates and marketing campaigns are delayed.

Monitoring your own dependencies on services like Ghost is essential. Check your website's health score to see how resilient your site is to third-party outages.

Get Notified

Enter your email to receive alerts when Ghost goes down or recovers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ghost down right now?

Based on our monitoring, Ghost is currently UP. Last checked 49 minutes ago. This page updates every 5 minutes with real monitoring data from Uptrue's infrastructure.

How often does Ghost go down?

In the last 30 days, Ghost has experienced 0 incidents with an overall uptime of 100%. Most major services aim for 99.9% uptime or higher. You can subscribe to alerts above to be notified of future outages.

What is Ghost's average response time?

Ghost's average response time over the last 30 days is 53ms. Response times can vary by region and time of day.

How can I check if Ghost is down?

You can check Ghost's live status on this page, which is updated every 5 minutes with real monitoring data. You can also subscribe for email alerts to get notified when the status changes.

What should I do when Ghost is down?

Check Ghost's official status page for updates. You can also try clearing your browser cache, switching networks, or using alternative services. Subscribe to our alerts above to know the moment it comes back online.

Why is my Ghost slow today?

Slowness on Ghost can be caused by server-side performance issues, heavy traffic, your internet connection, browser extensions, or regional CDN problems. If Ghost shows degraded performance on this page, the issue is likely on their end. Try a different browser or device to rule out local causes.

Does Ghost downtime affect my SEO?

If your website depends on Ghost for critical functionality (such as hosting, CDN, or embedded content), downtime can indirectly affect your SEO. Search engines may penalise your site if it is unreachable due to a third-party dependency being offline.

Can I get notified when Ghost goes down?

Yes. Use the subscribe form above to enter your email address. Uptrue will send you an alert the moment Ghost goes down and again when it recovers. It is completely free and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Related CMS Sites We Monitor

WordPress.comwordpress.comWordPress.orgwordpress.orgSquarespacesquarespace.comWebflowwebflow.comDrupaldrupal.org

Monitor YOUR Website 24/7

Don't just check if Ghostis down — monitor your own website around the clock. Get instant uptime alerts, performance metrics, and public status pages. Free plan includes 5 monitors with 5-minute checks.

Start Monitoring FreeCheck Your Website Score

This page shows automated checks from Uptrue's monitoring infrastructure. Status may not reflect your local experience. Results are provided for informational purposes only. Uptrue is not affiliated with Ghost.