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Top 5 Social Networking Apps on iOS in UAE Q3 2021

In Q3 2021, the top social networking apps in the UAE on iOS showed varied performance in downloads, revenue, and active users. Insights from Sensor Tower reveal key trends for WhatsApp Messenger, Botim, Telegram Messenger, Facebook, and Messenger.

Top 5 Social Networking Apps on iOS in UAE Q3 2021

In Q3 2021, the top social networking apps on iOS in the United Arab Emirates displayed diverse performance metrics. Here are the key trends for the top five apps: WhatsApp Messenger, Botim - Video and Voice Calls, Telegram Messenger, Facebook, and Messenger.

WhatsApp Messenger had a steady performance in terms of downloads, starting the quarter with approximately 22K weekly downloads and peaking at around 30K by the end of September. The weekly active users ranged from 1.5M to 1.55M, showing slight fluctuations but maintaining a strong user base throughout the quarter.

Botim - Video and Voice Calls experienced varying revenue, with peaks reaching up to $3.7K in early August. Weekly downloads ranged from 13K to 25K, with a notable peak in mid-July. Active users consistently increased from 384K at the start of the quarter to 437K by the end.

Telegram Messenger saw a steady rise in weekly downloads, starting at approximately 9.5K and reaching up to 18K by late August. Active users also showed a positive trend, growing from 650K to over 700K by the end of September.

Facebook displayed significant revenue fluctuations, with a peak of approximately $26K in late July. Weekly downloads varied between 10K and 14K, while active users remained robust, ranging from 1.69M to 1.72M.

Messenger maintained consistent weekly downloads between 9K and 11K. Active users showed minor fluctuations, starting at 762K and peaking at 780K in mid-September before slightly declining towards the end of the quarter.

These insights are based on data from Sensor Tower, where more detailed information and further analysis can be found.


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Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI

Date: October 2021