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Pinecone: Search API Error / Query Failed
Current Status: Major Outage
Last checked: 26m ago
What We're Seeing Right Now
No recent issues reported. If you're experiencing problems with Pinecone, report below to help the community.
What is this error?
When Pinecone's search API returns an error, your query could not be processed. This affects both direct searches and applications built on Pinecone's API.
Error Signatures
Search failedQuery errorInternal server error500 errorService unavailableSearch index unavailableBad requestCommon Causes
- Pinecone search infrastructure is down
- Invalid query format or parameters
- API version mismatch
- Backend index or database issue
- Network connectivity problem
✓ How to Fix It
- Check Pinecone's live status on this page
- Verify your query format and parameters
- Check API version in your request
- Try a simpler query to isolate the issue
- Implement retry logic
- Check Pinecone's documentation for recent API changes
Live Signals
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OperationalRecent Incidents
No incidents in the past 30 days
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pinecone search API down?
Check the live status and community reports above for real-time feedback.
Why is my Pinecone search query failing?
Verify query syntax, check for API changes, and ensure your request format matches Pinecone's documentation.
How do I fix Pinecone search API errors?
Follow the troubleshooting steps above. Most errors are due to query format or service issues.