Based on the latest available data from 2025, here’s the ranking of the top 10 most downloaded apps globally, reflecting trends in social media, messaging, shopping, and AI. The Number 1 spot might surprise you due to its rapid rise! Download figures are year-to-date (YTD) for 2024 unless otherwise specified, as full 2025 data isn’t yet complete, but these align with 2025 trends. 10. Threads (327 million downloads) Meta’s Twitter/X rival saw explosive growth post-launch in July 2023, hitting 150 million downloads in a week. Though engagement cooled, its Instagram integration sustains its top-10 spot. 9. Snapchat (330 million downloads) Snapchat’s AR lenses and Stories keep it relevant among younger users. Its 2024 growth carried into 2025, particularly in the U.S. and Europe. 8. Capcut (410 million downloads) TikTok’s video editing app, CapCut, rides the short-video wave. With over 1 billion Google Play downloads, it’s a favorite for creators adding filters, music, and transitions. 7. ...