A mobile internet outage was recorded in St. Petersburg on March 22, 2026, according to data from the DownDetector service. Over the past hour, the number of complaints has exceeded 1300, with a sharp spike in requests occurring during the daytime. Users report problems accessing websites and applications, and in some cases, even resources from the so-called "whitelist" are not opening. The source is aggregated user reports of failures and complaints from residents of the city. The problems affect both data transmission and voice communication, as confirmed by user reports in city communities and monitoring services.
Dynamics of Complaints About Mobile Communication in St. Petersburg
The DownDetector service has been recording an increase in the number of requests for several hours. Around 15:00, about 400 complaints were received, after which their number continued to increase.
Soon the indicator exceeded 1300 requests. This indicates the large-scale nature of the failure and its rapid development within one day.
Residents report unstable internet operation, as well as interruptions in mobile communication. Some users point to the inability to open even those sites that usually remain accessible under restrictions.
Alternative Ways to Access the Internet in the Event of Shutdowns in St. Petersburg
The Committee for Informatization and Communications of St. Petersburg previously reported on the operation of the city's Wi-Fi network SPB_FREE. According to the department, access points are functioning stably.
A coverage map can be obtained through the city chatbot. Connecting to the network allows you to partially compensate for the lack of mobile internet.
City services have adapted their work to the restrictions. Scooter rentals can be started and completed via SMS for already registered users.
Car sharing is available in some cases via Bluetooth. Operators warn: starting a rental via Wi-Fi may not allow you to open the car due to the lack of mobile communication.
Parking payment is possible through parking meters, bank cash desks, or SMS to the number 3065. A taxi can be called by phone with cash payment or via Wi-Fi.
Context of Mobile Communication Restrictions in Russia
On March 17, residents of St. Petersburg were warned about possible mobile internet shutdowns for security reasons.
Similar interruptions have been recorded in other cities of Russia in recent days, including Moscow. Presidential Press Secretary Dmitry Peskov stated that such measures are used to ensure security and are maintained when necessary.
The official reasons for the current failure in St. Petersburg have not been separately confirmed at the time of publication.
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