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.
