Yahoo Mail Meltdown: Millions Locked Out Worldwide Amid ‘Temporary Error 15’ Chaos

Yahoo Mail faced a major global outage on July 24, 2025, disrupting services for thousands of users across the US, India, and beyond. Users attempting to access their inboxes were met with a “Temporary Error 15” message, which prevented login and mail retrieval. The outage began around mid-morning and escalated as reports surged above 10,000 incidents, with the service remaining interrupted for several hours.

Simultaneously, AOL Mail, also owned by Yahoo’s parent company, experienced similar disruptions. Many users expressed frustration on social media, sharing that emails would not load or send, and some feared their accounts had been deactivated. Yahoo officially acknowledged the problem, confirming they were aware of the issues and actively investigating the cause, apologizing for the inconvenience caused.

Experts suggest that “Temporary Error 15” typically arises from server-side glitches and usually resolves within hours. However, the scale and duration of this outage appeared more extensive, with some users facing prolonged difficulties. Yahoo advised users not to repeatedly attempt login as it might cause temporary account locks, and to follow official channels for updates.

The outage underscored the dependency on legacy email systems and highlighted the challenges faced by large-scale digital services in maintaining uninterrupted access. Yahoo continues to work on restoring full functionality while monitoring the situation closely for affected users.