Social media use in the Netherlands: higher than in 22 of the 26 other EU countries

Social media use in 2025, in percent of people aged 16–74. Netherlands: 81; EU average: 67. Highest: Denmark (90); lowest: Italy (56).

Source: Eurostat, dataset tin00127 (Individuals using the internet for participating in social networks) · opgehaald 25 oktober 2026Open the table Single block

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Social media use in the Netherlands: higher than in 22 of the 26 other EU countries

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