1. Google
Google is the world’s leading search engine, launched in 1998, offering access to billions of web pages and services like Maps, Drive, and Translate.
Why it’s in the Top 10: With 111.9 billion monthly visits in April 2025, Google dominates internet search and has been the gateway to online information for over two decades.
2. YouTube
YouTube, launched in 2005, is the largest video-sharing platform, hosting entertainment, education, and user-generated content.
Why it’s in the Top 10: It has 42.82 billion monthly visits in April 2025, with users spending an average of 20m 47s per visit, making it a global entertainment hub.
3. Facebook
Facebook, founded in 2004, is a social networking giant connecting billions of users for sharing, messaging, and community building.
Why it’s in the Top 10: With 9.14 billion monthly visits in April 2025, it remains a cornerstone of social media and online communication.
4. Wikipedia
Wikipedia, launched in 2001, is a collaborative online encyclopedia with millions of articles in multiple languages.
Why it’s in the Top 10: It attracts over 13.89 million daily visits in early 2025, serving as a primary knowledge resource for users worldwide.
5. Amazon
Amazon, starting in 1994 as an online bookstore, is now a leading e-commerce platform offering everything from books to cloud services.
Why it’s in the Top 10: Its global reach and innovation in online shopping have made it a top destination for consumers for decades.
6. Instagram
Instagram, launched in 2010, is a photo and video-sharing platform popular for its visual storytelling and influencer culture.
Why it’s in the Top 10: With 5.38 billion monthly visits in April 2025 and high engagement (9.04 pages per visit), it’s a key player in social media.
7. Twitter (now X)
Twitter, rebranded as X, started in 2006 as a microblogging platform for real-time updates and public discourse.
Why it’s in the Top 10: Users spend 12m 37s per visit in 2025, and its influence on news and trends keeps it among the top platforms.
8. Reddit
Reddit, founded in 2005, is a community-driven platform with forums (subreddits) for nearly every topic imaginable.
Why it’s in the Top 10: Known as the “front page of the internet,” Reddit’s billions of annual page views highlight its cultural impact.
9. WhatsApp
WhatsApp, launched in 2009, is a messaging app offering secure, cross-platform communication for text, calls, and media sharing.
Why it’s in the Top 10: With over 950 million monthly active users in March 2025, it’s a vital tool for global communication.
10. ChatGPT
ChatGPT, launched in 2022 by OpenAI, is an AI conversational tool that answers questions and assists with tasks.
Why it’s in the Top 10: With 4.8 billion monthly visits as of November 2024, its rapid rise and AI-driven innovation have transformed online interaction.
