How many people worldwide use the Internet?

5.35 billion people, approximately 59.6% of the global population, use the Internet. This figure is steadily increasing as access to technology becomes more affordable, especially in developing regions. Globally, Internet usage is influenced by several factors:

Technological advances: The development of Internet infrastructure (broadband and mobile networks) has made access to the Internet more accessible to people living in different parts of the world.

Accessibility: The cost of internet-enabled devices has a significant impact on internet usage. An abundance of affordable devices is helping more and more people access the Internet.

Cultural and social factors: Level of education and society’s attitude towards cultural norms is another important factor. In developing countries, it is the online availability of content created in the local language that drives people to use the Internet.