Many Grok users said they encountered the following error message: "Sorry about that, something didn't go as planned. Please try again." Grok is down for thousands of users in the United States. According to DownDetector, outage reports began surfacing around 6 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, with users reporting issues affecting both the app and website.Grok is down for thousands of users in the US. (REUTERS)Many users said they encountered the following error message: "Sorry about that, something didn't go as planned. Please try again, and if you're still seeing this message, go ahead and restart the app."Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read MoreSee Less