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Technology · 5 April 2026

UK adults post less on social media now

UK adults post less on social media now

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Many Britons are becoming less active on social media platforms, choosing to post, share, or comment less often due to various concerns. Ofcom data reveals only 49% of UK adult social media users now actively post, a significant drop from 61% recorded in 2024. This shift is driven by worries over mental health, the unearthing of old posts, and a general increase in passive content consumption.

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