The rise of ChatGPT has been nothing short of remarkable, with its download numbers surpassing those of major social media platforms within a mere 28-day period. According to data from Similarweb, the ChatGPT app was downloaded over 29.5 million times on iPhones globally. During the same timeframe, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) collectively registered 32.8 million downloads. This indicates the rising influence of AI-driven applications among users.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman acknowledged the team’s efforts in keeping up with customer demands. He emphasized the incredible work of the engineers and compute teams. The growing number of downloads highlights the rapid adoption of AI tools in various aspects of life, from work to learning, content creation, and entertainment. While social media continues to have a larger overall user base, ChatGPT’s success signals an important shift in technology trends.