A Pew survey found X was one of the least used major social media site by teens, while WhatsApp has become more popular.

A new study looked specifically at how often teens use the internet — nearly half say “almost constantly” — and which social media platforms they gravitate toward. If you have a teen in your life, you might have an inkling as to which app is their favorite,

Twelve states have addressed teen social media access: five with laws in effect now, four coming in 2025, and three blocked by court injunctions. The wave of regulation, which began in Connecticut in 2023, has already transformed how millions of young Americans connect online.

Nearly half of U.S. teens (46%) say they're on the internet almost constantly. YouTube, TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat remain widely used by teens.