With about 2.38 billion monthly active users worldwide as of April 2019, Facebook is one of the most popular platforms, not only for personal use but business as well. For businesses, Facebook is a place to share photos, updates, and general news with those who follow or “like” you.
Simply so, what is Facebook used for?
Facebook is a social networking site that makes it easy for you to connect and share with family and friends online. Originally designed for college students, Facebook was created in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg while he was enrolled at Harvard University.
Subsequently, question is, what country uses Facebook the most? Leading countries based on Facebook audience size as of April 2020 (in millions)
| Number of Facebook users in millions | |
|---|---|
| India | 280 |
| United States | 190 |
| Indonesia | 130 |
| Brazil | 120 |
Then, what age uses Facebook the most?
The breakdown of demographics by age include:
- 51% of 13–17 year olds use Facebook.
- 76% of 18–24 year olds use Facebook.
- 84% of 25–30 year olds use Facebook.
- 79% of 30–49 year olds use Facebook.
- 68% of 50–64 year olds use Facebook.
- 46% of 65+ year olds use Facebook.
What are the disadvantages of Facebook?
- Addiction. According to a study conducted by Leif Denti at the University of Gothenburg, spending time on Facebook can become addictive.
- Loss of Productivity. Facebook can be a serious threat to the productiveness of both students and employees.
- Malware & Viruses.
- Identity Theft.
- Antisocial Behavior.
- Relationship Problems.
