# Elevated errors with search in Dots, ChatGPT Work, and certain ChatGPT thinking experiences

- Provider: [OpenAI](https://down.guide/providers/openai)
- Confidence: Confirmed
- Impact: Degraded
- lasted 1h 35m
- started 2026-10-30 19:38 UTC
- id: DWN-a5c1971f44
- Official page: https://status.openai.com/incidents/01M6754SR14HCQ3E9FX426E2N7

## Updates from OpenAI
### 2026-10-30 19:38 UTC: investigating
We’re aware of issues affecting search in Dots, ChatGPT Work, and some ChatGPT thinking experiences.
We’re investigating and will share updates here.

### 2026-10-30 21:14 UTC: resolved
All affected services are operating normally again.
We’re sorry for the disruption, and we appreciate your patience.

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