How to Detect Website Downtime Automatically

Don't wait for customer complaints. In this article, we'll show you how to set up automated monitoring that alerts you the second your site goes down.

The Cost of Downtime

Every minute your site is down costs money and trust. Whether it's a 500 error or a slow load time, users will leave if they can't access your content.

Monitoring Strategy:

1. Check Intervals: Use 1-minute or 30-second intervals for critical pages.
2. Global Nodes: Monitor from where your users are.
3. Thresholds: Don't alert on single blips; verify before notifying.

Setting Up Your First Monitor

In Monitor Hub, creating a monitor takes seconds. Simply enter your URL, select your check frequency, and choose your alert channels.