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The use of social media in Germany has increased significantly in all age groups. There has also been a strong increase among older people. In the EU comparison, however, the figures are low.

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According to the Federal Statistical Office in Germany, the number of users is rising especially among older people. Children and young people were not interviewed. Compared with other countries, the results surprise.

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In Germany, more and more people are using social media, especially older ones. Compared to other countries, the results are surprising.

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Older people catch up when it comes to the use of social media. There is also an increase in other age groups. However, Germany is lagging behind in comparison with Europe.

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In 2025, according to the Federal Statistical Office, 59 per cent of 16- to 74-year-olds were travelling privately on the corresponding platforms. In 2021, it was only 47 per cent. People between 16 and 74 years of age were questioned. Data for children and adolescents, in which a ban is currently being discussed, is not available. It was considered to be a use if one registers on a corresponding platform, creates contributions or interacts with…

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Are the German social media muffles? Current figures from the Federal Statistical Office and Eurostat suggest this. However, use is growing across all age groups – especially older people are becoming more active. The article Only Italians use social media less frequently than Germans first appeared on sales economy.