Reddit has overtaken TikTok as Britain’s fourth most visited social media platform, driven by search algorithms and Gen Z users.
The site now reaches three in five UK internet users, compared with one third in 2023.
Usage has grown fastest among 18 to 24 year olds, with more than three quarters now visiting Reddit.
Once known for hostile anonymous forums, Reddit’s public image has shifted significantly.
The UK is now Reddit’s second largest market after the United States.
Google’s algorithm changes prioritising forum content strongly boosted Reddit’s visibility.
Deals with Google and OpenAI further increased traffic through AI search results.
More women and younger users seek human opinions on topics like skincare, parenting, and sport.
Sports and women’s football subreddits saw major growth, while Reddit promotes itself as an alternative to AI generated content.
Reddit Overtakes TikTok in the UK as Gen Z Fuels Rapid Growth
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