- Facebook
The largest social networking site globally. Used for connecting with friends, joining groups, and sharing news, photos, and videos. - Instagram
Visual-first platform owned by Meta. Popular for sharing photos, Reels, and Stories, especially among younger users and influencers. - Twitter (X)
Real-time microblogging platform where users post news, opinions, and media. Rebranded as “X,” with a shift toward longer content and monetization tools. - TikTok
Short-form video app that exploded in popularity. Known for viral challenges, entertainment, and user creativity. - YouTube
The world’s largest video-sharing platform. Users can create channels, stream live, post vlogs, music, tutorials, and more. - LinkedIn
Professional networking site used for job hunting, industry news, career connections, and B2B content. - Snapchat
Multimedia messaging app popular among Gen Z for ephemeral content, AR filters, and private communication. - Pinterest
Visual discovery platform ideal for sharing ideas, DIY, fashion, recipes, and mood boards. - Reddit
Social news aggregation and forum-based platform with thousands of topic-specific communities (“subreddits”). - WhatsApp
Encrypted messaging app with voice and video call features, used for personal and business communication. - Telegram
Secure, cloud-based messaging app known for large group capabilities, channels, and privacy. - Discord
Originally for gamers, now a broader platform for voice, video, and text communication in niche communities. - Threads
Meta’s alternative to X (Twitter). Designed for microblogging and short-form text updates integrated with Instagram. - BeReal
A newer social app that prompts users once daily to share a photo of what they’re doing—designed to promote authenticity. - Twitch
Live-streaming platform primarily for gamers, but now includes music, art, and IRL (real-life) streaming. - Quora
Q&A platform where users ask and answer questions on a wide range of topics.
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