Major incident

SerpApi: [Google Search API] Searches with advanced operators time out intermittently

Affected: Search API

Current status of SerpApi: Minor issues — live SerpApi status

Timeline

1. Aug 26, 2026, 14:33 UTC
   identified
   We've been experiencing issues with Google Search API executing very slowly or timing out entirely when advanced search operators are used in query. We've identified the issue and are currently working on a fix. https://github.com/serpapi/public-roadmap/issues/4080
2. Aug 29, 2026, 19:51 UTC
   identified
   Queries with advanced search operators may also be returning an HTTP 500 error: https://github.com/serpapi/public-roadmap/issues/4213 We're continuing to work toward a fix. Thank you for your patience in the meantime.
3. Sep 19, 2026, 23:31 UTC
   identified
   We're continuing to work on a fix for this issue. We'll let you know once it's implemented.
4. Sep 21, 2026, 20:30 UTC
   monitoring
   We have implemented a fix to resolve this issue. We are continuing to monitor closely.
5. Sep 22, 2026, 12:56 UTC
   investigating
   We're seeing higher error rates on advanced searches again. We're investigating.
6. Oct 12, 2026, 08:50 UTC
   investigating
   We are continuing our work on the issue. The team has tested multiple approaches so far, but none has proved to be a long-term solution. We'll get back with additional updates as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience, and apologies for the disruption.
7. Oct 15, 2026, 15:29 UTC
   investigating
   We're continuing to work on a fix for this issue. We'll reach out with additional updates as soon as possible.

Updates as published by SerpApi (original).