Teens Online: YouTube Dominates, Facebook Declines
A new Pew Research Center study reveals that 46% of U.S. teens are online almost constantly, with YouTube being their most-used platform. A staggering 90% of surveyed teens use YouTube, and 73% use it daily. TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat follow, with 60% and 55% teen usage respectively. YouTube's constant evolution likely contributes to its popularity.
Facebook's teen usage has plummeted from 71% a decade ago to just 32% today. Similarly, X (formerly Twitter) has seen a decline from 33% to 17%. This shift highlights the changing social media landscape for teens. For more on social media trends, see new platform developments.
This trend underscores the importance of understanding how teens interact with technology. For further insights, explore resources like Google Gemini.