7 Most Downloaded Social Media Apps in 2021

Social media apps have gained a lot of popularity and fame in no time and they are still ruling the digital world. The craze of social media amongst people is just increasing day by day. In this article, I have tried to showcase some of the most downloaded such apps this year based on multiple online surveys and news sources. Following are the most downloaded social media apps of the year:

TikTok

This app needs no separate introduction, as it still remains one of the most popular such apps, despite being banned in some of the countries. It has witnessed the highest downloads this year and remained the ultimate source of entertainment for many folks. It has given many new talents to the entertainment industry worldwide, though a lot of people have misused it, it still remains one of the most sought out social media apps out there.

 

Instagram

In countries like India, right from the moment, Tiktok was banned, all the audience shifted to this tool, and the new feature of ‘Reels’ just added fuel to the fire. This TikTok-like feature of Instagram allows users to make short videos just like Tiktok and then shoot themselves to fame. Besides this, it also enables people to follow their relatives, friends, famous personalities, and so on this very social media app. You can share your precious moments with the world here and also follow what others share.

 

Facebook

It is one of the best social media apps, as it was responsible for giving the ultimate boost to the social media industry. It allows you to connect and make friends with the people you know and also with strangers across the world. You can also follow all your favorite celebrities on this very platform and remain closer to them. Furthermore, you can chat with all your friends, make audio and video calls and also start a live video here.

 

WhatsApp

One of the most famous social media apps out there. It revolutionized the way chatting was done before. You can easily send text messages, share pictures, gifs, videos to all your contacts with a single touch. You can place an audio or video call to your contacts and also share the current state of your mind via status with all your contacts. Moreover, you can also form groups with multiple contacts and also share files and other stuff.

 

Telegram

It is one of the most trending apps in the social media world. It can be regarded as a substitute for the popular WhatsApp app. One can chat, share files, form groups with multiple people, and so on just like WhatsApp. But wait, what makes this app unique? Well, the answer is that it is far more safe and secure than most other such apps, it is end-to-end encrypted and protected with good technology.

 

Messenger

It is the official ‘chatting’ app of Facebook. A lot of people who happen to be on Facebook also use this app. One can easily send and receive messages from all his/her Facebook friends on this very platform and also place and receive audio and video calls. One can share multiple files, sound notes, emojis, and much more here.

 

MX Takatak

It is a popular Indian substitute for Tik Tok. One can make and share his/her short videos with the world here. This app has seen a huge surge in downloads, all thanks to the ban of TikTok in India, a lot of entertainers have shifted to this platform. You can either share your talent with the world or entertain yourself by watching random entertainment videos of various artists.

 

FAQs

• What is a social media app?

A social media app is a tool that lets you connect with different people across the world. People can share their feelings, emotions, the current state of mood in the form of pictures, videos, statuses, and much more.

• Are these apps paid or free?

All these apps are completely free to download and use.

• When I chat or place a call or do any other stuff via these apps, then will I be charged?

No, you only need a good Internet connection to perform all these activities.

• What are the examples of popular social media apps?

Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and so on are some of the popular such apps.

• Which is the best social media app?

It varies from user to user, and after going through this article and using some of the given apps, you will definitely have your answer.