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( Where to share your Groups, Pages and Products )
perfect for use in a database, spreadsheet, or website directory.
Social Networking Platforms — Names and Focus Areas
| Name | Description / Focus |
|---|---|
| Academia.edu | Social networking site for academics and researchers |
| About.me | Personal social networking and portfolio site |
| aNobii | Book lovers and reading community |
| AsianAvenue | Social network for the Asian American community |
| aSmallWorld | Global network for European jet set and social elite |
| Athlinks | Community for runners and swimmers |
| Audimated.com | Independent music community |
| Biip.no | Norwegian social community |
| BlackPlanet | Community for Black Americans |
| Busuu | Language learning community (based in Madrid, Spain) |
| Buzznet | Music and pop-culture community |
| CafeMom | Community for mothers |
| Care2 | Green living and social activism |
| CaringBridge | Nonprofit connecting family and friends during serious health events |
| CarSwap | Car swap and sales matching platform |
| Classmates.com | Connects school, college, work, and military alumni |
| Cloob | General social network popular in Iran |
| Commonground | Community for environmental and property due diligence professionals |
| CouchSurfing | Connects travelers with local hosts worldwide |
| CozyCot | Network for East Asian and Southeast Asian women |
| Crunchyroll | Anime streaming and community forums |
| Cucumbertown | Social network for cooks and food creators |
| Cyworld | General social network popular in South Korea |
| DailyStrength | Medical and emotional support community |
| DeviantArt | Art sharing and creative community |
| Diaspora* | Decentralized, open-source, privacy-aware social network |
| Disaboom | Community for people with disabilities |
| Dol2day | Political and social community (German-speaking) |
| DontStayIn | UK-based clubbing network |
| Draugiem.lv | General social network (Latvia, Lithuania, Hungary) |
| Douban | Chinese site for reviews and recommendations of movies, books, and music |
| Doximity | Professional network for U.S. physicians |
| Dreamwidth | Blogging community |
| DXY.cn | Chinese network for physicians and healthcare professionals |
| Elftown | Community for fantasy and sci-fi fans |
| Ello | Creative community for artists and designers |
| Elixio | Business executives and global elite network |
| English, baby! | ESL learning community for students and teachers |
| Eons.com | For baby boomers and mature users 40+ |
| eToro | Social investing and finance platform |
| Experience Project | Community based on sharing life experiences |
| General social networking platform for photos, videos, and groups | |
| Fetlife | Community for people interested in BDSM |
| FilmAffinity | Movie and TV series reviews |
| Filmow | Movie and TV community |
| FledgeWing | Entrepreneurial community for university students |
| Flixster | Movie community and ratings |
| Flickr | Photo sharing and photography networking |
| Focus.com | Business-to-business networking platform |
| Fotki | Photo and video sharing, contests, and customizable profiles |
| Foursquare | Location-based mobile social network |
| Friendica | Federated, open-source social network focused on privacy |
| FuelMyBlog | Blogging community |
| Fyuse | 3D spatial photography sharing platform |
| Gab.com | Free speech-focused alternative social network |
| Gaia Online | Anime and gaming community |
| GamerDNA | Video game community |
| Gapyear.com | Travel and backpacking social network |
| Geni.com | Family tree and genealogy platform |
| Gentlemint | Community for men’s interests |
| GetGlue | Entertainment-based social network |
| Gogoyoko | Fair-play music sharing community |
| Goodreads | Community for book lovers and reviews |
| Goodwizz | Matchmaking and personality-based social networking |
| GovLoop | Network for people in and around government |
| Grindr | Dating and networking for gay and bisexual men |
| Grono.net | Polish social network |
| Habbo | Virtual teen community with avatars and chat |
| hi5 | General network popular in Latin America and Asia |
| Hospitality Club | Travel and hospitality exchange |
| HR.com | Networking site for human resources professionals |
| Hub Culture | Network for global influencers and thought leaders |
| Ibibo | Talent-based social network popular in India |
| Identi.ca | Microblogging for software and open-source enthusiasts |
| Indaba Music | Online collaboration for musicians |
| Influenster | Product sampling and review community |
| Photo and video sharing platform | |
| IRC-Galleria | Finnish social community |
| italki | Language learning network |
| Itsmy | Mobile blogging and social TV platform |
| Jaiku | Microblogging (owned by Google) |
| Jiepang | Location-based Chinese social network |
| Kaixin001 | General Chinese social network (mainland China) |
| Kiwibox | General social networking |
| LaiBhaari | Marathi language social network |
| Last.fm | Music streaming and discovery |
| Late Night Shots | Private community and forums |
| LibraryThing | Book cataloging and reader community |
| Lifeknot | Shared hobbies and interests |
| Business and professional networking | |
| LinkExpats | Social network for expatriates |
| Listography | List-based autobiographical network |
| LiveJournal | Blogging platform (popular in Russia) |
| Livemocha | Language learning community |
| Makeoutclub | Early general social networking site |
| Mastodon | Decentralized microblogging platform |
| MEETin | General networking and events |
| Meetup | Organizes in-person events and interest groups |
| MillatFacebook | Alternative to Facebook with Islamic focus |
| Minds | Free, open-source, decentralized social network |
| Mixi | Popular Japanese social network |
| MocoSpace | Global mobile community |
| MOG | Music sharing and streaming |
| MouthShut.com | Consumer reviews and social media |
| Mubi | Auteur cinema community |
| MyHeritage | Family and genealogy networking |
| Myspace | General social network for music and lifestyle |
| Nasza-klasa.pl | Polish classmates network |
| Nexopia | Canadian social network |
| Ning | Platform to create custom social networks |
| Odnoklassniki | Russian network to reconnect with classmates |
| Open Diary | One of the first blogging communities |
| PatientsLikeMe | Health network for patients with chronic illnesses |
| Partyflock | Dutch electronic dance music community |
| Visual discovery and bookmarking platform | |
| Plaxo | Contact and network aggregator |
| Playfire | Gaming and achievements network |
| Playlist.com | Music and playlists sharing |
| Plurk | Microblogging platform (popular in Taiwan) |
| Poolwo | Indian social networking site |
| Quechup | Friendship and dating network |
| Quora | Question-and-answer platform |
| Qzone | Popular Chinese general social network |
| Raptr | Gaming and social achievements tracker |
| Ravelry | Knitting and crochet community |
| Social news aggregation and discussion forum | |
| Renren | Major social network in China |
| ReverbNation | Music promotion and networking for bands |
| Rooster Teeth | Entertainment and community platform |
| Ryze | Business networking |
| ScienceStage | Multimedia network for scientists |
| Sharesome | Adult-oriented social network |
| ShareTheMusic | Music sharing and listening network |
| Shelfari | Book lovers community |
| Sina Weibo | Chinese microblogging platform |
| Skoob | Brazilian reading community |
| Skyrock | French social networking and blogging platform |
| SocialVibe | Charity-focused social network |
| Sonico.com | Latin American social network |
| SoundCloud | Platform for original music sharing |
| Spaces | Russian mobile social network |
| Spot.IM | Tool for adding social networking to websites |
| Stage 32 | Social and educational site for creative professionals |
| Streetlife | UK-based local community network |
| StudiVZ | University student network (German-speaking) |
| Students Circle Network | Educational and learning community |
| StumbleUpon | Interest-based web discovery network |
| Tagged | General social networking |
| Talkbiznow | Business networking site |
| Taringa! | Argentine social network |
| TeachStreet | Learning and teaching marketplace |
| TermWiki | Learning and translation network |
| The Sphere | Private luxury social network |
| TravBuddy.com | Travel companion network |
| Travellerspoint | Travel and blogging community |
| Tsu | General social networking |
| Tribe.net | Early general social network |
| Trombi.com | French classmate network |
| Tuenti | Spanish student social network |
| Tumblr | Microblogging and creative sharing platform |
| Microblogging and updates | |
| Tylted | Mobile social gaming network |
| Untappd | Beer lovers’ social network |
| Uplike | General social network |
| VK | Russian social network with music and media sharing |
| VampireFreaks.com | Gothic and industrial subculture community |
| Viadeo | Business and professional networking (Europe) |
| Virb | Artist-focused social network |
| Vox | Blogging platform |
| Wattpad | Writers and readers community |
| WAYN | Travel and lifestyle social network |
| WeeWorld | Teen social network (ages 9–17) |
| We Heart It | Image-based inspirational social network |
| Wellwer | Global sharing community |
| Wepolls.com | Social polling and opinions network |
| Wer-kennt-wen | General social network |
| weRead | Book reading and review community |
| Wooxie | Blogging and microblogging platform |
| WriteAPrisoner.com | Network connecting inmates with family and friends |
| Xanga | Blogging platform |
| Business networking (Europe-focused) | |
| Xt3 | Catholic social network (World Youth Day 2008) |
| Yammer | Workplace social networking |
| Yelp | Local business review and discussion |
| Yookos | General social network for sharing and games |
| Zoo.gr | Greek online meeting platform |
