Is App Store down? Current status
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Service-side restrictions
App Store opens, but Russian payment methods have been unavailable since April 2026.
- Reports past hour
- 0
- Past 24 hours
- 0
- Response from Moscow
- 1.2 sec
Checked 06:00 MSKupdates every 5 minutes
Test on your device
Check from my device
Your browser will access App Store's addresses — this shows if the service opens specifically for you.
Not working for you?
Tell us what's wrong. Reports show how many people are affected and with which providers.
Past 24 hours
Each bar is 15 minutes. Top shows check results from Moscow, bottom shows how many people reported problems.
- Working
- Slow or partial
- Does not open
- No check
- Reports
Checks were successful in 100% of cases. No outages detected during checks. No reports.
Show hourly table
| Time, MSK | Checks | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| 06:15–07:15 | No check | 0 |
| 07:15–08:15 | No check | 0 |
| 08:15–09:15 | No check | 0 |
| 09:15–10:15 | No check | 0 |
| 10:15–11:15 | No check | 0 |
| 11:15–12:15 | No check | 0 |
| 12:15–13:15 | No check | 0 |
| 13:15–14:15 | No check | 0 |
| 14:15–15:15 | No check | 0 |
| 15:15–16:15 | No check | 0 |
| 16:15–17:15 | No check | 0 |
| 17:15–18:15 | No check | 0 |
| 18:15–19:15 | No check | 0 |
| 19:15–20:15 | No check | 0 |
| 20:15–21:15 | Working | 0 |
| 21:15–22:15 | Working | 0 |
| 22:15–23:15 | Working | 0 |
| 23:15–00:15 | Working | 0 |
| 00:15–01:15 | Working | 0 |
| 01:15–02:15 | Working | 0 |
| 02:15–03:15 | Working | 0 |
| 03:15–04:15 | Working | 0 |
| 04:15–05:15 | Working | 0 |
| 05:15–06:15 | Working | 0 |
Restrictions in Russia
App Store opens and some Apple services continue to work, but starting 1 April 2026, paying for subscriptions and purchases from Russia using usual methods (cards, mobile provider balance) is no longer available without an existing Apple ID balance or a card from another region.
Data compiled from news and official statements — this is reference information, not the result of our checks. Real-time conditions are reflected by the checks and user reports on this page.
What checks show
A server in Moscow checks these addresses every 5 minutes. Last check — 06:00 MSK.
| Address | Status | Code | Response | Issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| apps.apple.com | Opens | 200 | 1.2 sec | — |
Reported issues
User reports in the last 24 hours.
No reports in the past 24 hours — and that is good news.
Who is affected
Checks from devices of visitors in Russia over 24 hours — by provider.
No one has checked App Store from their device in the last 24 hours. Tap "Check" above — your check will appear here.
Outage history
Times when checks failed or reports were notably higher than usual.
There have been no recent outages.
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Frequently asked questions
Is App Store working right now?
Service-side restrictions. App Store opens, but Russian payment methods have been unavailable since April 2026. Checked at 06:00 MSK, updated every 5 minutes.
Why is App Store down for me, but working for others?
Most often, it depends on the network: accessibility varies by provider and region. Check App Store from your device, switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data, or restart the app. Check the "Who is having issues" section to see affected providers.
How can I check if App Store opens on my device?
Tap "Check" in the "Check on your device" section. Your browser will query App Store addresses directly and display the response status and time. The check takes up to 8 seconds and installs nothing.
What should I do if App Store won't open?
Restart the app or refresh the page, switch between Wi-Fi and mobile data, and check the date and time on your device. If this page indicates a widespread outage, you'll need to wait: such issues usually resolve within an hour or two.