The sudden closure had a massive ripple effect across the internet:
Be cautious when using current "clones" or sites claiming to be the "new Openload," as these are often unofficial and may contain malware or aggressive trackers. SWD(2018) 492 final - Data openload.io
Millions of links across forums, blogs, and social media became "dead," leading to a massive cleanup for webmasters. The sudden closure had a massive ripple effect