Is Tarkov Down?
Yes, Escape from Tarkov is down during today’s maintenance window, so logging in or joining raids will not work until the work is finished. Anyone seeing “Cannot connect” or stuck authentication screens is simply hitting servers that are intentionally offline, not a local internet problem.
During this time, matchmaking, raids, and key backend systems are paused so that patch files and database changes can be applied safely without risking progress loss or broken raids.
Tarkov Maintenance Today
Tarkov is undergoing planned maintenance today, Tuesday, February 10, 2026, to install patch 1.0.2.0 across all regions. The update focuses on stability, technical improvements, and infrastructure tweaks that help the game cope better with heavy player load and future content.
This is the kind of behind‑the‑scenes work that usually does not add flashy features immediately but can reduce disconnects, login spikes, and weird lag during peak hours.
When Will Servers Be Back Up?
The current maintenance is scheduled to run between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM GMT (2:00 AM to 6:00 AM EST) on February 10, 2026, with the servers expected to start coming back online after that window.
On X, the official account Escape from Tarkov (@tarkov) announced that patch 1.0.2.0 will be installed tomorrow, February 10, starting at 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST, with an expected downtime of 4–6 hours during which the game will be unavailable.
These times are estimates, so the safest plan is to assume at least the full 6 hours, then check the official @tarkov account or launcher notice for a clear “servers are up” confirmation before planning long raids or group sessions.
Sometimes, partial access returns first players may reach menus while some services, like profiles or flea market, stabilize over a short extra period.
How Long Will the Maintenance Take Place?
The installation of patch 1.0.2.0 is expected to take between 4 and 6 hours, starting at 7:00 AM GMT / 2:00 AM EST on February 10, 2026, but can be extended if required.
Extensions are not unusual for Tarkov, especially when new issues appear during testing, and previous maintenance windows have occasionally run longer than first announced.
A practical approach for players is to plan around the full 6‑hour window, add a small buffer, and rely on official posts or the launcher rather than repeatedly restarting the game or reinstalling files while maintenance is still in progress.
Disclaimer: Server status and maintenance times for Escape from Tarkov can change at short notice, and this article may not always reflect real‑time updates. Always double‑check the official Tarkov launcher and social channels for the latest, most accurate information.
