The Expansion of Social Media

Six Degrees

1997

Named after the 'six degrees of separation' theory, Six Degrees is considered the first social media platform that allowed users to create a profile and befriend people.

Friendster

2002

Friendster allowed users to share content and media with other users

Myspace

2003

The largest social media network from 2005-2009, Myspace is a social media sit that offers personal profiles, blogs, photos, groups, music and videos.

LinkedIn

2003

LinkedIn is for social media users that are interested in a more professional platform. LinkedIn allows users to look for new opportunities to grow their careers and to connect with other professionals.

Facebook

2004

Created by Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook was originally based out of Harvard University. In 2006, Facebook opened to anyone and grew vastly, becoming the most popular social media website.

YouTube

2005

In 2005, a new form of social media was designed that allowed users to upload and share videos. Youtube now has 1 billion active users each month.

Twitter

2006

Most famously known for the 'hashtag', Twitter is a social media network that allows users to follow each other and post short updates of their thoughts. Twitter now has 335 million monthly active users.

Instagram

2010

Instagram launched in 2010 and allowed people to upload, edit, and share photos with other users. Instagram now has an estimated 400 million active daily users.

Snapchat

2011

Snapchat is a mobile messaging application used to share photos, videos, text, and illustrations.

Tinder

2012

Tinder is one of the world's most popular dating apps. The app uses your location services to access the potential matches around you.