Global Web Traffic: Desktop vs. Mobile 🌐

What We’re Showing

This line chart compares the global share of web traffic from desktop vs. mobile devices between 2009 to mid-2025.

The data from Statcounter includes tablet traffic under the mobile category and highlights how web usage patterns have shifted over time.

Key Takeaways

• In January 2009, desktop devices accounted for 99.3% of global web traffic, while mobile made up just 0.7%.
• By October 2016, mobile traffic overtook desktop for the first time, marking a pivotal shift in how people access the internet.
• As of July 2025, mobile accounts for 60.5% of global web traffic, compared to 39.5% for desktop, signaling the enduring dominance of mobile-first browsing in the post-smartphone era.