Top 5 Social Networking Apps in Algeria: Q1 2023 Performance

In the first quarter of 2023, the top 5 social networking apps in Algeria showcased varied performance trends across downloads, revenue, and active users. Here’s a detailed look at how each app fared during this period, based on data from Sensor Tower.

Messenger Despite a relatively low revenue stream, peaking at $3 in late February, Messenger from Meta Platforms, Inc. saw fluctuating weekly downloads. The app experienced a significant rise, reaching approximately 245K downloads by the end of February. Weekly active users remained robust, peaking at around 18.8M in early March before slightly dipping towards the end of the quarter.

WhatsApp Messenger WhatsApp Messenger, by WhatsApp Inc., maintained a strong download trend, with a peak of around 438K downloads towards the end of February. The app's weekly active users exhibited a steady increase, reaching approximately 4.4M in late February before stabilizing around 4.3M by the end of March.

Facebook Facebook, also from Meta Platforms, Inc., demonstrated consistent growth in both downloads and active users. The app’s weekly downloads peaked at approximately 545K in late March, while weekly active users steadily increased, reaching around 21.1M in mid-March. Revenue saw some fluctuations, with a peak of $969 in late January.

Telegram Messenger Telegram Messenger, from Telegram FZ-LLC, showed a gradual increase in revenue, peaking at $123 in late March. Downloads were more variable, with a peak of around 214K in late December. Weekly active users saw a steady rise, peaking at around 2.3M in early March before a slight decline towards the end of the quarter.

Rakuten Viber Messenger Rakuten Viber Messenger, by Viber Media SARL., experienced fluctuations in both downloads and active users. Downloads reached a high of around 191K in early January, while weekly active users peaked at approximately 2.5M in early March. Revenue saw minor fluctuations, peaking at $102 in early January.

For more detailed insights and data, visit Sensor Tower.