By ABDULLAH 
In a dramatic shift in digital usage trends, ChatGPT—OpenAI’s powerful AI chatbot—has now overtaken major social media platforms like TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) to become one of the most visited websites in Pakistan, according to the latest data from Similarweb (June 2025).
Since its public launch in November 2022, ChatGPT has witnessed explosive global growth. As of August 2025, OpenAI reports that the tool now boasts 700 million weekly active users—a massive jump from 500 million just four months ago.
In Pakistan, the platform now ranks third among the most-used websites, outperforming:
- Facebook (now 4th)
- Instagram (6th)
- X/Twitter (7th)
- TikTok (10th)
This dramatic rise highlights Pakistan’s accelerating shift toward AI-powered tools and intelligent digital solutions.
What’s driving this change? Experts believe it’s due to ChatGPT’s:
- 🧠 Instant, reliable answers for academic, business, and personal queries
- ✍️ Writing and research assistance for students, bloggers, and professionals
- 📊 Business support including marketing help, content generation, and automation
- 💬 24/7 availability and ability to simulate human-like conversations
- 🎯 Purpose-driven interactions over endless social media scrolling
From university students and freelancers to entrepreneurs and educators, Pakistanis are embracing ChatGPT not just as a tool—but as a digital partner in their everyday lives.
ChatGPT’s influence isn’t limited to Pakistan. The global ranking of OpenAI.com has now climbed to 5th position, making it one of the top 5 most visited websites worldwide. This further proves that AI is no longer a future technology—it’s a present necessity.
- ChatGPT has officially outperformed TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and X in Pakistan’s digital space.
- Pakistan ranks 3rd globally in ChatGPT website traffic.
- AI is quickly becoming a central part of daily life, shifting user behavior from entertainment to productivity.
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