While it hasn’t yet reached the numbers of Facebook, the Instagram community is growing at a rapid rate - with the social media platform today announcing that it has more than 200 million users across the globe.
By the end of 2013, Facebook had 1.23 billion users worldwide, adding 170 million in just one year. Snapping at its feet - the past six months has seen Instagram have 50 million new members join up.
As well as impressive user numbers, Instagram has exceeded 20 billion photos being shared on the social media platform to date.
From documenting a passion for jazz to the protests in Kiev, we’re continually surprised and humbled by the moments you share,” a message posted on Instagram’s official blog reads.
The vibrance and diversity of this community has increased as it has grown. Over the past six months, we’ve seen new communities coming together in cities and towns across the world, whether they be in Guthrie, Oklahoma, or Guatemala City.”
