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fact sheetOct 19, 2026

Social Media and News Fact Sheet

Many Americans use social media for news: About a fifth or more regularly get news on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and TikTok.
fact sheetOct 19, 2026

Americans’ Use of Social Media in 2026

Today YouTube and Facebook are the most-widely used online platforms. Explore the demographic patterns and trends shaping the social media landscape.
reportOct 1, 2026

Social Media Platform Use Around the World

Facebook is generally the top platform globally, followed by Instagram, while fewer overall use TikTok, X or Snapchat.
short readsSep 16, 2025

42% of social media users say the sites are important for them getting involved with political, social issues

Younger adults on social media are much more likely than older users to say social media is important for finding like-minded people and getting involved.
reportNov 20, 2025

Americans’ Social Media Use 2025

YouTube remains the most popular, but adults are increasingly using Instagram, TikTok, WhatsApp and Reddit. Use of some platforms varies by age, gender, and race and ethnicity.
reportOct 1, 2026

Across the Globe, People Increasingly Say Social Media Is Harming Democracy

Most think social media leads to manipulation and division, but they also say it informs people and gives them a voice in politics.
reportMay 28, 2026

Social media influencers’ role in Calif. gubernatorial race

☀️ Happy Thursday! The Briefing is your guide to the world of news and information. Sign up here! In today’s email: 🔥 Featured story Political money is flowing to social media influencers, including in California’s gubernatorial race. Candidates like billionaire Tom Steyer are paying creators to promote their messages online, and recent campaign finance disclosures have revealed […]
short readsOct 1, 2026

What Do Australians Think About Social Media Restrictions for Kids?

About eight-in-ten Australian adults support restricting access to social media for kids. This includes 51% who strongly support it.
reportOct 1, 2026

Americans Are Negative About Social Media’s Impact on Democracy – and the Rest of the World Is Catching Up

In 2026, 64% of Americans say social media is harming their democracy, and attitudes in many other countries are significantly more negative than they used to be.
short readsJul 1, 2026

Majority of Americans support banning social media for kids under 16

Across major demographic and partisan groups, more Americans support than oppose banning those under 16 from using social media.

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Social media influencers’ role in Calif. gubernatorial race