As of 2024, the estimated number of internet users worldwide was 5.5 billion, up from 5.3 billion in the previous year. This share represents 68 percent of the global population. Internet access around the world Easier access to computers, the modernization of countries worldwide, and increased utilization of smartphones have allowed people to use the internet more frequently and conveniently. However, internet penetration often pertains to the current state of development regarding communications networks. As of January 2023, there were approximately 1.05 billion total internet users in China and 692 million total internet users in the United States. Online activities Social networking is one of the most popular online activities worldwide, and Facebook is the most popular online network based on active usage. As of the fourth quarter of 2023, there were over 3.07 billion monthly active Facebook users, accounting for well more than half of the internet users worldwide. Connecting with family and friends, expressing opinions, entertainment, and online shopping are amongst the most popular reasons for internet usage.
In 2021, around 77 percent of the internet users in Thailand went online for communication purposes. Other online activities such as health tracking, and food delivery became more popular recently very likely due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thailand’s internet user demographics and behaviors
It is no surprise that people across all ages rely on the internet. Each group of generations has different purposes when using the internet. Generation Y internet users in Thailand enjoy using the internet for social media and entertainment. While older demographics, such as baby boomer internet users search for data or read books on the internet and enjoy using the internet for social media. Internet is becoming more accessible to Thai users and has the potential to shape and change future online activities within each demographic.
Social media in Thailand Social media and online communication is the main activity which users across all demographics spend the most time on. The main platform among Thais is Facebook. Despite already being the most popular platform, the number of Facebook users is still expected to increase in the coming years. Additionally, the average share of Instagram users in Thailand is also higher than the global average. Apart from using social media to connect to friends and family, it is also a source of entertainment for online videos and streaming music.
As of September 2024 in the United Kingdom, 98 percent of Generation Z, those born between 1995 and 2012, were using social media. The same was true for 97 percent of millennials in the country. Overall, 92 percent of Gen X were on social networks, as were 86 percent of Baby boomers.
Facebook is the most well-known social network among internet users in the UK, with a brand awareness of 96 percent. This crown is highly contested, with Instagram and YouTube being recognized by 95% of respondents each. TikTok reaches a brand awareness of 93%, while 90% of adult internet users in the United Kingdom know Snapchat.For this study, brand awareness was surveyed employing the concept of aided brand recognition, showing respondents both the brand's logo and the written brand name.
According to a 2022 survey of online users in the United States, phone calls were used by almost the totality of the surveyed users, with 95 percent of respondents reporting using this communication form either for work or in their private life. Texts, SMS, and messages were as popular as emails for users in the U.S., with 92 percent of respondents signaling they engaged with these communications methods as of the examined period.
Google's dominance in Poland's search engine market is striking, with a 88.92 percent share in April 2025. The disparity between Google and its rivals highlights the challenges alternative search engines face in gaining traction in the Polish market. Google's reach across devices Google's supremacy extends across both desktop and mobile platforms in Poland. On desktop computers, Google commanded an 86.41 percent share in March 2024, while its dominance was even more pronounced on mobile devices, reaching an impressive 98.49 percent. This consistent leadership across platforms demonstrates Google's ability to cater to users' search needs regardless of their device. Impact on advertising and e-commerce The search engine giant's influence extends beyond user preferences, significantly impacting Poland's digital advertising landscape. In 2023, search engine marketing accounted for 31.2 percent of the online advertising market in the country. This substantial share reflects the importance of search engines in reaching consumers. Additionally, Google's search results play a crucial role in e-commerce visibility, with popular marketplace Allegro topping the rankings on Google's search engine by reaching over 2.6 million phrases in January 2024.
A survey conducted in Japan during fiscal year 2023 showed that the messaging app LINE was used by almost ** percent of the respondents. While globally leading networks such as Instagram, X, and Facebook do get their fair share of popularity within the Japanese social media market, the only platform able to compete with LINE in terms of penetration rates is YouTube, which was used by almost ** percent of the respondents. What makes LINE so popular?The success story of the messaging service LINE started back in 2011 during the Great East Japan Earthquake. While conventional communication channels in affected areas had broken down to a large degree due to damages brought about by the earthquake and the subsequent tsunami, official sources as well as private individuals turned to online options for communicating news and confirming the safety of friends and family members. The LINE app, which was initially developed for communication between employees at NHN Japan, a Japanese subsidiary of the South Korean internet powerhouse Naver, was released for public use later that year. It appealed greatly to Japanese consumers due to its unique and customizable design, which allowed for both private and business usage. Today, the app is operated by LY Corporation, which is part of a joint venture between SoftBank Group and Naver.How do Japanese use social networks?As a comparison of social network penetration rates of different countries shows, a vast majority of people in Japan use social networks. People in Japan on average spend several dozen minutes per weekday on social media, making social media one of the most time-consuming online activities. According to a survey, the leading reasons for using social media are communicating with already existing acquaintances as well as searching for information.
In the third quarter of 2024, WhatsApp was the most popular social media platform in Nigeria. It was mentioned by over 95 percent of internet users in the country 16 years and older. In absolute terms, the number of people using WhatsApp was projected at nearly 15 million in 2026. Social media platforms with most users The count of Facebook users in Nigeria significantly exceeded that of WhatsApp in 2022. In that year, Facebook users were expected to add up to slightly over 36 million, representing a user penetration rate of around 16.7 percent. Moreover, considering the count of users, around 26 million people were potentially reachable by online advertisers on Facebook. YouTube was another popular social network used by residents in Nigeria. Individuals who used the platform were forecast at nearly 6.7 million in 2022. Increasing overall social media usage In recent years, the number of social media users in Nigeria has been on the rise. As of 2022, social media users in the country reached roughly 34 million in total, expanding from the 18 million individuals registered in 2017. On the basis that this increasing trend keeps stable, it is expected that, by 2025, over 90 million people will use at least one social media platform in Nigeria. Overall, the most followed network accounts are those of friends, family, and people known by the social media user
In March 2024, Google was the leader among search engines in Norway, with 94.2 percent of the market share. Bing and Yahoo!, followed, accounting for market shares of roughly 3.74 percent and 1.22 percent respectively. The figures were similar for desktop search engines in the country. Google’s growth can be seen in the company’s revenue figures over the years, with a dramatic increase from 0.4 billion U.S. dollars in 2002, to over 181 billion U.S. dollars in 2020. What were Norwegians "googling"? Google offers limitless information online, but the most commonly entered search term by Norwegians in 2020 was “Oslo”. “VG”, abbreviated from “Verdens Gang”, or “The course of the World” was the leading online newspaper in Norway and ranked second. Google search engine worldwide Google has been the global leader among search engines for the past decade. Despite a slight decrease in its market share, the figures have been relatively stable throughout the observed period. As of June 2021, Google accounted for over 87 percent of the global search engine market.
How high is the brand awareness of Argos in the UK?When it comes to consumer electronics online shop users, brand awareness of Argos is at 95% in the UK. The survey was conducted using the concept of aided brand recognition, showing respondents both the brand's logo and the written brand name.How popular is Argos in the UK?In total, 50% of UK consumer electronics online shop users say they like Argos. However, in actuality, among the 95% of UK respondents who know Argos, 53% of people like the brand.What is the usage share of Argos in the UK?All in all, 37% of consumer electronics online shop users in the UK use Argos. That means, of the 95% who know the brand, 39% use them.How loyal are the customers of Argos?Around 30% of consumer electronics online shop users in the UK say they are likely to use Argos again. Set in relation to the 37% usage share of the brand, this means that 81% of their customers show loyalty to the brand.What's the buzz around Argos in the UK?In July 2022, about 29% of UK consumer electronics online shop users had heard about Argos in the media, on social media, or in advertising over the past three months. Of the 95% who know the brand, that's 31%, meaning at the time of the survey there's some buzz around Argos in the UK.If you want to compare brands, do deep-dives by survey items of your choice, filter by total online population or users of a certain brand, or drill down on your very own hand-tailored target groups, our Consumer Insights Brand KPI survey has you covered.
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As of 2024, the estimated number of internet users worldwide was 5.5 billion, up from 5.3 billion in the previous year. This share represents 68 percent of the global population. Internet access around the world Easier access to computers, the modernization of countries worldwide, and increased utilization of smartphones have allowed people to use the internet more frequently and conveniently. However, internet penetration often pertains to the current state of development regarding communications networks. As of January 2023, there were approximately 1.05 billion total internet users in China and 692 million total internet users in the United States. Online activities Social networking is one of the most popular online activities worldwide, and Facebook is the most popular online network based on active usage. As of the fourth quarter of 2023, there were over 3.07 billion monthly active Facebook users, accounting for well more than half of the internet users worldwide. Connecting with family and friends, expressing opinions, entertainment, and online shopping are amongst the most popular reasons for internet usage.