Hi everyone! Slack has updated the process for adding webhooks. If you created your Slack integration after November 2024, it will continue to work. However, if it was created before that date, it is now obsolete. We strongly recommend updating it to prevent potential issues in case Slack discontinues support.

Managing incidents just got a whole lot easier. With our latest update, you get better visibility, smarter filtering, and a seamless way to collaborate with your team – right inside UptimeRobot. You can now access all incidents in one place under the new Incidents tab in the left sidebar. FYI: Some of our best improvements come directly from you—like the ability to add comments and make incidents searchable. We listen and we don’t judge—do you have an idea?

At UptimeRobot, we’re always evolving to serve you better—while understanding that change can sometimes be inconvenient. We’re excited to announce a major infrastructure upgrade designed to boost performance, scalability, and reliability. This upgrade will help us deliver faster, more reliable service as we grow, and we hope you’ll see the benefits soon.

When it comes to cryptocurrency and blockchain activities, staying alert is one of the most important parts of the game. Monitoring these ever-changing spaces is all about being the first to spot opportunities and threats, and keeping your digital operations running around the clock. From websites hosting initial coin offerings (ICOs) to trading platforms, it’s important to maintain operational integrity and protect against unexpected downtimes or breaches.

Summer’s over, but we’ve got something cool for you! Now that things are settling back down, we’re excited to announce a new feature to make uptime monitoring even easier and more efficient. Say hello to Monitor Wizard.

Want to learn more about the best synthetic monitoring tools in 2024? You’ve come to the right place. Synthetic monitoring refers to the process of using a software to test and evaluate the functionality of an application or a website. By following a script, synthetic monitoring mimics the behavior of a user, navigating through pages or filling out forms.

A Service Level Agreement (SLA) is a formal document that outlines the expectations, responsibilities, and performance metrics between a service provider and a customer. It is a mutual agreement to ensure the service meets the agreed-upon standards and performance levels. For example, an SLA might specify the uptime percentage for a server, response times for customer support, or the maximum allowable error rates. Download the free SLA Template in PDF!

Given recent global events, UptimeRobot is experiencing an increased number of downtime notifications. We are currently sending out five times more notifications than usual due to a widespread power outage impacting several critical services worldwide. Here’s a brief overview of the situation and how it affects our monitoring services.

It might be vacation season, but we’ve been hard at work! We’re thrilled to announce improvements to our new interface, added features and optimizations, and the release of our brand-new knowledge hub.

From your home computer to the sprawling servers of the Internet, every device relies on an IP address for communication. Understanding IP addresses isn’t just for tech enthusiasts – it’s essential knowledge in our ever-growing, interconnected world. Join us as we explain what an IP address is, how it works, the different types available, and why it’s a crucial component of life on the Internet.