Wikipedia down - you can do that

If Wikipedia is down and not available, it may be due to a malfunction or maintenance work - or a problem with your browser. In this practical tip, you will learn what you can do if the online encyclopedia cannot be reached.

Wikipedia down - check fault

Note: On March 21, 2019, the online encyclopedia Wikipedia was offline for 24 hours. With the campaign, Wikipedia protested against the introduction of the controversial copyright articles 11 and 13. If Wikipedia cannot be reached for other reasons, you can proceed as follows:

• First check under AlleSt Stör.de whether there is currently a fault on Wikipedia.
• This is the case when a particularly large number of users have reported problems with the website.
• The downtime can then be due to an overload or maintenance work. So please try again later.
• However, if there are comparatively little or no reports here, the problem may be with you.

Other sources of error

Below is what you can do if you suspect the problem with your device.

• To be able to access the website, you must first have a constant internet connection.
• In many cases, incorrect browser settings or add-ons can also result in you being unable to access the page. Therefore, use a different browser as a test.
• As a precaution, if you can identify the browser as the source of the error, you should delete the relevant browser settings: Reset Firefox settings, reset Internet Explorer settings & reset Chrome settings.
• Sometimes your browser is blocked by the firewall or your antivirus. You should therefore briefly switch off both services for the test.
• If you can then call Wikipedia, your browser is blocked in the programs. We'll show you how to allow the browser in the firewall and how to set up an exception in the antivirus.
• Alternatively, you can also use the Wikipedia app for Android.