Top 5 Social Networking Apps in the Middle East Q4 2025

In the fourth quarter of 2025, the Middle East saw significant activity among the top social networking apps on the unified platform. Threads, published by Instagram, Inc., experienced a varied download trend, with a peak of approximately 144K downloads in mid-October. Active users increased from 8.7M to 9.3M by the end of December.

Telegram Messenger maintained strong performance with weekly revenue peaking at around $396K towards the end of December. Downloads showed an upward trajectory, reaching 334K in mid-December. Active users remained stable around 28M throughout the quarter.

WhatsApp Messenger continued to lead in active users, maintaining over 53M weekly. Downloads peaked at 331K in mid-December, reflecting consistent engagement.

Facebook from Meta Platforms, Inc. saw a steady download rate, with numbers reaching 328K in early December. Revenue remained consistent, averaging around $84K weekly.

Lastly, Google Meet exhibited stable download numbers, peaking at approximately 57K in mid-December, while active users hovered around 5M throughout the quarter.

These insights, sourced from Sensor Tower, highlight the dynamic landscape of social networking applications in the region. For more detailed analytics, visit Sensor Tower.