A hacktivist group claims responsibility for a DDoS attack that has caused a significant eBay outage, impacting users worldwide. Since around 3 p.m. EST on April 26, 2026, eBay has faced technical problems that have left many unable to search for items or complete purchases.
By 5 p.m. EST, over 800 reports of issues flooded in through Downdetector. Users expressed frustration as they encountered server errors, stating, “There seems to be a problem serving the request at this time.” Many reported being unable to view seller descriptions or add items to their cart.
The eBay API has been down for more than four hours—this has disrupted third-party tools that rely on it for functionality. The extent of the outage is global, with reports coming in from countries like the UK, Canada, and Australia.
The 313 Team, the group behind this cyberattack, aims to draw attention to various causes through their actions. However, eBay has yet to acknowledge the situation publicly or provide a timeline for resolution. Users are left in limbo, hoping for a quick fix.
One frustrated user remarked, “Cannot go to my cart on eBay, nor see seller’s description of items in listings.” Another added, “I hope eBay is up for some compensation.” This sentiment reflects the growing anxiety among buyers and sellers alike as they navigate this unexpected disruption.
While eBay works to restore services, uncertainties loom. The exact cause of the outage remains unclear and unconfirmed by officials. As users await updates, many are left wondering how long this will last and what impact it will have on their transactions.
