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Social Networks

Top 50 English language social media websites by active users

Rank Site Name Active User Base Description
1Facebook3.22 BillionWorld's largest network for social connections.
2WhatsApp3.00 BillionGlobal leader in encrypted instant messaging.
3Instagram3.00 BillionVisual platform for photos, reels, and stories.
4YouTube2.85 BillionPremier video sharing and streaming platform.
5TikTok1.99 BillionShort-form mobile video and viral trends.
6Snapchat932 MillionEphemeral messaging and augmented reality filters.
7LinkedIn930 Million+Professional networking and career development site.
8Reddit765 MillionNetwork of communities based on interests.
9X (Twitter)586 MillionReal-time news and public microblogging service.
10Pinterest578 MillionVisual discovery engine for lifestyle ideas.
11Quora400 MillionKnowledge-sharing community for questions and answers.
12Threads350 MillionInstagram’s text-based public conversation app.
13Viber260 MillionVoice over IP and messaging app.
14Twitch240 MillionLive streaming platform for gaming content.
15Discord200 MillionVoice and text chat for communities.
16imo200 MillionInternational video calling and messaging service.
17Picsart150 MillionCreative community for photo and video.
18Vevo150 MillionPremium music video and entertainment network.
19Tumblr135 MillionMicroblogging site for creative self-expression.
20Yelp130 Million+Community-sourced reviews for local businesses.
21SoundCloud120 Million+Social audio and music distribution platform.
22Stack Overflow100 Million+Question-answer community for professional programmers.
23Goodreads90 MillionSocial cataloging and reviews for book lovers.
24Tinder75 MillionWorld's most popular mobile dating app.
25Nextdoor75 MillionHyper-local social network for neighborhood safety.
26DeviantArt61 MillionOnline social community for artists and designers.
27Strava60 Million+Social fitness network for tracking athletic activities.
28BeReal50 Million+Daily photo-sharing app focused on authenticity.
29Foursquare50 MillionLocation-based platform for finding local businesses.
30Wattpad50 Million+Social storytelling platform for readers and writers.
31Bumble42 MillionDating app where women initiate contact.
32Meetup35 MillionPlatform for organizing local in-person groups.
33Substack35 MillionSocial newsletter network for independent writers.
34Bluesky30 Million+Decentralized social network for public conversation.
35Hinge23 Million+A dating app for intentional, in-person connections.
36Behance20 Million+Showcase and discover creative work from artists.
37MeWe20 MillionPrivacy-focused social network with no ads.
38Letterboxd15 Million+Social platform for sharing opinions about films.
39Glassdoor15 Million+Job-search social site with company reviews.
40Mastodon8.1 MillionOpen-source decentralized social media network.
41Patreon8 Million+Membership platform supporting creative professionals.
42Flickr8 Million+Online community for photographers to share work.
43Truth Social5 Million+Alt-tech social media platform for conservatives.
44SubscribeStar4 Million+Independent media platform for creator funding.
45Gab4 Million+Social network known for free speech focus.
46Rumble4 Million+Video-sharing platform for independent content creators.
47GETTR4 Million+Social media platform focused on free expression.
48Pixiv (EN)3.5 Million+Community for sharing and viewing illustrations/art.
49Last.fm3 Million+Music social network that tracks listening habits.
50Couchsurfing2 Million+Hospitality exchange and social networking travel site.






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